S 3136 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Creates State contract set-aside program for union business enterprises.

This bill creates a New Jersey state program requiring that at least 3% of state contracts for goods, equipment, construction, or services be set aside exclusively for "union business enterprises" (UBEs). UBEs must have a union workforce, be headquartered in New Jersey, hire apprentices, and document good-faith efforts to maintain a diverse workforce. The Department of the Treasury will verify UBE eligibility, maintain a list of qualified businesses, and handle disputes about designations. Businesses falsely claiming UBE status to win contracts may face penalties, including repayment of the contract value plus up to 10% in fines, and temporary bans from state contracts.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 15, 2024 Last action Jun 26, 2025
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Jun 26, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
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Jun 23, 2025
Committee
Transferred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Apr 15, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Paul Sarlo
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