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HB 376

Prince George's County - Procurement Preference Programs - Regulation PG 404-26

2026 Regular Session

HB 376 establishes Prince George's County procurement preference programs that favor selected businesses in government contract awards, affecting economic opportunity allocation and county spending priorities.

First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections
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Bill Summary · HB 376

Legislative bill overview

HB 376 would establish or modify procurement preference programs in Prince George's County under Regulation PG 404-26. This bill governs how the county awards contracts, likely favoring certain businesses, contractors, or demographic groups in the competitive bidding process. The specific mechanisms and beneficiaries would be detailed in the referenced regulation.

Why is this important

Procurement preferences directly affect which businesses win government contracts worth millions of dollars annually. These policies influence local economic development, job creation, and wealth-building opportunities for targeted communities. The outcome determines whether county contracts support local small businesses, disadvantaged entrepreneurs, or other policy priorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope of beneficiaries – Disagreement over which businesses qualify (minority-owned, women-owned, local, small businesses, etc.) and whether criteria are too narrow or too broad
  • Impact on competition and costs – Concerns that preference programs may increase contract prices, reduce competition, or benefit politically-connected vendors over the most qualified bidders
  • Implementation and enforcement – Questions about how the county will verify eligibility, prevent fraud, and ensure preferences don't create undue administrative burden on procurement processes

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

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