
‘Access to capital and limited bond capacity are at the heart of the problem’

‘Access to capital and limited bond capacity are at the heart of the problem’
(AP Photo/Mel Evans, File)They propose a range of reforms to give a fair shake to minority- and women-owned businesses

Businesses owned by women, minorities get far fewer contracts. Lawmakers announce bill package to change that
NJ Spotlight NewsFunded by EDA, amenities will include conference rooms, a podcast studio and an event space
NJ Spotlight NewsLawmakers hear testimony on ‘New Jersey Disparity Study’
NJ Spotlight NewsMajority of contracts go to white, male owners
(Lowlova under CC BY-SA 4.0 via Openverse)Governor promises overhaul of procedures to boost odds for minority- and women-owned firms
(John Mooney; NJ Spotlight News)Bill is aimed at boosting businesses owned by disabled veterans, members of LGBTQ+ community, other targeted groups

State Sen. Troy Singleton introduced legislation that would provide financial and other support to minority-owned businesses.

From Feb. 24, small businesses with fewer than 20 employees will have a two-week exclusive window to apply for PPP loans.

One bill approved by the Senate would create a $50 million program to provide more financial assistance to minority-owned businesses.

The African-American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey was established in 2007 to increase the overall competitiveness of the state of New Jersey by including ...

Creating economic opportunity in Trenton one step at a time.

Minority and women-owned business attended a forum where contracting opportunities were discussed in the development of Newark Airport's new Terminal One.