Bill
A 8294
Overview: Bill Number: A 8294, Title: Relates to reciprocity between the state and New York city for businesses that are certified as minority and women-owned business enterprises,
Overview: Bill Number: A 8294, Title: Relates to reciprocity between the state and New York city for businesses that are certified as minority and women-owned business enterprises, Status: REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS, Introduced: May 12, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish reciprocity between the state and New York City for the certification of minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs). The goal is to streamline the certification process and increase opportunities for these businesses to participate in state and local government contracting.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state to accept the certification of an MWBE by New York City as valid for state contracting purposes.
- Requires New York City to accept the state's MWBE certification as valid for city contracting purposes.
- Directs the state and New York City to develop a unified application and certification process for MWBEs.
- Mandates the state and New York City to share MWBE certification information and maintain a joint directory of certified businesses.
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Minority and women-owned businesses that are certified by either the state or New York City will have their certifications recognized by both entities, simplifying the process.
- State and local government agencies will have access to a larger pool of certified MWBE vendors for contracting opportunities.
- The reciprocity and unified certification process may increase MWBE participation in state and city procurement.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Assembly Committee on Ways and Means for further review. If enacted, the reciprocity and certification process changes would take effect within 6 months of the law's passage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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