Requires State Chief Diversity Officer to conduct study of utilization of disabled veteran-owned businesses in State procurement process.

This bill (S 2061) requires New Jersey's State Chief Diversity Officer to study whether disabled veteran-owned businesses are being utilized fairly in state government purchasing. The study will determine if disparities exist between the availability of these businesses and their actual use by state agencies for contracts. Within 12 months, the officer must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature to improve opportunities for disabled veteran-owned businesses in state procurement. The bill does not change procurement rules but mandates this review to inform future policy.