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Ending Race and Ethnicity Preferences in US Government Contracts.

This bill eliminates all federal programs and provisions that grant contracting preferences or set-asides to businesses based on the race or ethnicity of their owners. Government agencies will be prohibited from considering race when awarding contracts, fundamentally changing the competitive landscape for all businesses seeking public funds. The goal is to establish a completely race-neutral federal procurement process.
Key points
Elimination of Preference Programs: Key sections of the Small Business Act related to businesses owned by "socially and economically disadvantaged individuals" (based on race/ethnicity) are repealed.
Explicit Prohibition: Federal agencies (civilian and defense) are explicitly forbidden from considering the race or ethnicity of business owners when granting contracts or awards.
Transportation Goals Changed: Racial and ethnic participation goals in Department of Transportation financial assistance programs are removed, maintaining preferences primarily for women-owned and HUBZone businesses.
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Print number: 118_S_5366
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ending Racism in Government Contracting Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5366.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elimination of Preference Programs: Key sections of the Small Business Act related to businesses owned by "socially and economically disadvantaged individuals" (based on race/ethnicity) are repealed.
  • Explicit Prohibition: Federal agencies (civilian and defense) are explicitly forbidden from considering the race or ethnicity of business owners when granting contracts or awards.
  • Transportation Goals Changed: Racial and ethnic participation goals in Department of Transportation financial assistance programs are removed, maintaining preferences primarily for women-owned and HUBZone businesses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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