The legislation aims to eliminate preferences for disadvantaged individuals and businesses in government contracts.
It proposes amendments to the Small Business Act, including the repeal of provisions related to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
The bill seeks to remove racial and ethnic participation goals in various government programs, including those related to the Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency.
It mandates the prohibition of considering race or ethnicity in government contracting and awards for both civilian and defense contracts.
Agencies are required to submit proposed rulemakings to remove references to racial or ethnic considerations within 60 days of enactment and complete the rulemaking within 180 days.
The legislation also repeals several existing laws and provisions that support disadvantaged business enterprises and related programs.
