HD 227 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act to procure public products or services from Massachusetts or the United States

This bill requires Massachusetts state agencies to prioritize purchasing products and services from businesses with their main office in Massachusetts, provided they cost no more than 10% more than out-of-state options. If local businesses aren't available, agencies must then seek U.S.-based businesses meeting the same 10% cost threshold. The bill also mandates that at least 15% of statewide procurement contracts each year go to independently owned, Massachusetts-based small businesses (operating at least one year and meeting federal or state small business definitions). It directly affects state agencies making purchases and businesses seeking state contracts, with the key mechanism being the local-first procurement rule and the 15% small business target.
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