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The “8(a) Program” for Small Businesses Owned and Controlled by the Socially and Economically Disadvantaged: Legal Requirements and Issues

This report discusses the "8(a) Program", the Minority Small Business and Capital Ownership Development Program, which is a federal contracting for small businesses providing small businesses with training, technical assistance, and contracting opportunities.

Date: November 26, 2014

Creator: Manuel, K. M.

Item Type: Report

Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

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Affirmative Action and Diversity in Public Education — Legal Developments

The first part of this report briefly reviews the judicial evolution of race-based affirmative action, particularly in relation to public education. Recent rulings challenging the use of racial admissions and hiring practices by public educational institutions are then considered for their implications on the future development of affirmative action law.

Date: April 26, 2006

Creator: Dale, Charles V.