2003 Senate Bill 564

Quota for state contracts with disabled

Introduced in the Senate

June 10, 2003

Introduced by Sen. Virg Bernero (D-23)

To require at least three percent of state purchasing contracts to be awarded to persons with disabilities, even if this means not awarding some contracts to contractors who submit the lowest bid. Under current law the three-percent level is a goal but not a requirement.

Referred to the Committee on Local, Urban, and State Affairs

Dec. 16, 2003

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 5, 2004

Referred to the Committee on Local, Urban, and State Affairs