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AJR 110

Extends report deadline for Disparity in State Procurement Study Commission.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Verlina Reynolds-Jackson

Extends the Disparity in State Procurement Study Commission's deadline to Dec 31, 2024, preserving its structure to study MDB/WBE procurement disparities and recommend actions.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · AJR 110

AJR 110 — Summary

What the bill does

AJR 110 is a joint resolution that amends a 2017 measure (P.L.2017, Joint Resolution No. 3) to extend the reporting deadline for the Disparity in State Procurement Study Commission. The new deadline is December 31, 2024. The commission must still issue a report detailing findings, conclusions, and any recommendations for legislative or regulatory action to the Governor and the Legislature, with the commission expiring 30 days after the report is issued. The bill takes effect immediately.

Purpose and background

  • The Disparity in State Procurement Study Commission was established to assess procurement of goods and services by state departments/agencies (including independent state authorities) and local government units to identify disparities between the availability and utilization of small, disadvantaged, and minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MDB/WBE) in specific markets.
  • The commission’s goal is to recommend policies, practices, and programs that promote procurement opportunities for MDB/WBE in state and local purchasing.

Key provisions and changes (as amended)

  • Deadline extension: The reporting deadline is extended to December 31, 2024. Previously, the timing was described as reporting within one year of its initial organizational meeting.
  • Commission composition (unchanged): 15 members total:
    • Senate: 6 members (4 from the majority party appointed by the President of the Senate; 2 from the minority appointed by the Minority Leader)
    • General Assembly: 6 members (4 from the majority appointed by the Speaker; 2 from the minority appointed by the Minority Leader)
    • 1 gubernatorial appointee
    • Ex officio: Director of the Division of Purchase and Property (Treasury) and Director of the Division of Local Government Services (Department of Community Affairs)
  • Appointment and organization: Members must be appointed within 30 days after the effective date; initial organizational meeting within 30 days after appointment; chair and vice-chair chosen; secretary can be an appointee or non-member; quorum is eight; business may proceed without a quorum but votes require a quorum.
  • Operations and expenses: Members serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for reasonable expenses; the commission can utilize state staff and meet as needed, including public hearings.
  • Expiration: The commission expires 30 days after issuing its report.

Who is affected

  • State and local governments: State departments/agencies, independent state authorities, and local government units participate in or are impacted by the commission’s findings and any subsequent policy recommendations.
  • MDB/WBE communities: Potential beneficiaries of proposed policies and programs aimed at increasing procurement opportunities.

Timeline and procedural notes

  • Introduced: February 1, 2024
  • Status: Introduced in the Assembly; referred to the Assembly State and Local Government Committee
  • Effective date: Immediate
  • Report due: December 31, 2024
  • Post-report: Commission expires 30 days after issuance of the report

Bottom line

AJR 110 solely extends the reporting deadline for the Disparity in State Procurement Study Commission, maintaining its structure and reporting framework while ensuring a longer period to study procurement disparities and develop actionable recommendations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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