NJ Urban News Staff

Reynolds-Jackson, Stanley & Sumter Bill to study disparities in MWBEs in state contracts passes committee

To determine whether minority and women-owned businesses are chosen at a disproportionately lower rate than other businesses for government contracts, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Sterley Stanley and Shavonda Sumter would mandate a disparity study of the State’s procurement process.

The Rare Disease Diversity Coalition raises awareness about rare diseases and patients of color

Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-1), a Co-Chair of the Rare Disease Congressional Caucus and 24th Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Watson Coleman: Republican obstructionists delay passage of the CROWN Act

Republican obstructionists prevented the passage of the Crown Act under the House rules intended for non-controversial bills.

Brick City organization specializes in treatment for trauma

Townes named Managing Editor at NJ Urban News

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine authorized by U.S. FDA for emergency use