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Orlando suspends Minority and Women Business Enterprise program


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The city of Orlando has suspended its Minority and Women Business Enterprise program.

The city of Orlando has temporarily suspended its Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) program following a federal court ruling that deemed similar programs in other cities unconstitutional. The decision came after a lawsuit filed by a white business owner, challenging the program's racial and gender-based criteria for contract awards. Orlando's Mayor Buddy Dyer expressed disappointment but emphasized the need to comply with the court's order while exploring alternative ways to support minority and women-owned businesses. The suspension affects the city's ability to set aside contracts specifically for MWBEs, though existing contracts remain valid. The city is now reviewing its policies and considering new strategies to promote diversity and inclusion in its contracting processes.

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