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S 3225

Relates to expanding opportunities for veteran-owned business enterprises

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rob Ortt

Overview: S 3225, Relates to expanding opportunities for veteran-owned business enterprises, REFERRED TO PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTS, Introduced: November 19, 2025Purpose and Intent:

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Bill Summary · S 3225

Overview: S 3225, Relates to expanding opportunities for veteran-owned business enterprises, REFERRED TO PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTS, Introduced: November 19, 2025

Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to increase contracting and procurement opportunities for businesses owned by military veterans. The goal is to support veteran entrepreneurship and economic empowerment.

Key Provisions:
- Expands the definition of "veteran-owned business enterprise" to include a wider range of ownership and control structures
- Increases the minimum percentage of state contracts that must be awarded to veteran-owned businesses
- Requires state agencies to establish outreach and assistance programs to help veteran-owned businesses access contracting opportunities

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Veteran-owned businesses would have greater access to state contracting and procurement opportunities
- State agencies would need to adjust their contracting processes and provide additional support for veteran-owned businesses
- The broader veteran community may benefit from increased economic opportunities and entrepreneurship

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Procurement and Contracts committee for review. If passed, the new requirements and programs would need to be implemented by state agencies over the following months and years.

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

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