Requires the definition of "minority" to include "people with disabilities" pursuant to the Human Rights law in order for such people with disabilities to be eligible for state contract set asides.
Impact
The bill's passage would align New York's executive law with an increasingly inclusive interpretation of minority status. By incorporating people with disabilities into this definition, the state hopes to improve representation and participation in government contracting. This could lead to increased economic opportunities for disabled individuals and businesses owned by or employing people with disabilities, positively impacting both employment rates and community engagement.
Summary
Bill S08885 proposes an amendment to the New York executive law to redefine what constitutes a 'minority group member' to include individuals with disabilities. This modification is intended to ensure that people with disabilities can access the same opportunities as other minority groups concerning state contract set-asides. Recognizing disability as part of minority status aims to facilitate broader inclusivity within state procurement processes, creating opportunities for a demographic that has historically faced various barriers to participation in such programs.
Contention
While the bill has been generally well-received, there may be some contention regarding how the amendment will be implemented and monitored. Concerns have been raised about whether this change will effectively translate into increased contracts awarded to disabled individuals or businesses. Additionally, stakeholders may debate the criteria and procedures necessary to determine eligibility and the potential impacts on existing minority set-aside programs, raising questions about resource allocation and prioritization within state procurement.
Same As
Requires the definition of "minority" to include "people with disabilities" pursuant to the Human Rights law in order for such people with disabilities to be eligible for state contract set asides.
Requires the definition of "minority" to include "people with disabilities" pursuant to the Human Rights law in order for such people with disabilities to be eligible for state contract set asides.
Includes Middle Eastern and North African persons in the definition of "minority group member" for purposes of participation by minority group members and women with respect to state contracts.
Requires the Commissioner of the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities to provide care for certain persons with developmental disabilities who have been admitted to hospitals or psychiatric facilities on an emergency basis.
Requires the developmental disabilities advisory council to submit an annual comprehensive summary of information about its activities to the office for people with developmental disabilities' website, in an accessible format.
Requires the developmental disabilities advisory council to submit an annual comprehensive summary of information about its activities to the office for people with developmental disabilities' website, in an accessible format.