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Authorizes political subdivisions to consider prospective bidders commitment to working with emerging businesses when establishing lists of qualified bidders for contracts
In Assembly Committee · Local Governments · Sponsor Ron Castorina Jr.
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BILL NUMBER:S2843
Title of bill
An act to amend the general municipal law, in relation to the establishment of lists of qualified bidders based upon the bidders' commitment to working with emerging business enterprises
Purpose
Authorizes political subdivisions to consider prospective bidders commitment to working with emerging businesses when establishing lists of qualified bidders for contracts.
Summary of provisions
Section one amends subparagraph (iv) of paragraph (a) of subdivision 15 of section 103 of the general municipal law, as added by section 1-a of part MM of chapter 57 of the laws of 2008.
Section two is the effective date.
Justification
This legislation authorizes political subdivisions to consider prospective bidders commitment to working with emerging businesses when establishing lists of qualified bidders for contracts.
Legislative history
2014: S7901 Referred to Rules
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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