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
Floor Vote
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
upper
Jun 23, 2025
Committee
Transferred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
upper
Apr 15, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Paul Sarlo
DDemocratic
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