This bill modifies the operation requirements for food and service stands in State, county, and municipal buildings, specifically focusing on the transition of these stands when the current operator, typically a blind person under the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, ceases operation. The bill stipulates that if a stand remains out of service for three months, it can be operated by a disabled person-owned business; after six months, it can be operated by a veteran-owned business; and after nine months, it can be operated by any licensed business. Additionally, the bill ensures that no license fee, rental, or other charges will be imposed on disabled or veteran-owned businesses for operating these stands.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes that when an operator other than a blind person ceases to operate the stand, priority will revert to the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired for future operations. The bill also clarifies definitions for "disabled person-owned business" and "veteran-owned business," ensuring that these businesses meet specific ownership criteria. The provisions of the bill will not affect any existing contracts at the time of its enactment, and it includes a directive for the Department of Human Services and the Commission to adopt necessary regulations for implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:6-15.1, 30:6-15.2