Introduced
by
To create a “small business ombudsman's office and compliance advisory panel” to “investigate, and resolve complaints and disputes from small businesses against state departments and agencies.” The director of the office would be appointed by the governor with the advise and consent of the Senate.
Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Substitute offered
To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.
The substitute passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 21 to 13 (details)
Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life