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Atlanta Elects New Mayor; Texas Ends Business Contracting Program

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What happened

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Andre Dickens was elected mayor of Atlanta. Separately, Greg Abbott issued an executive order in Texas that led the state controller to end a business program, known as the HUB program, which had been a key contracting initiative for Black-owned firms for 30 years.

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Why it matters

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The termination of the HUB program in Texas removes a significant contracting opportunity for Black-owned firms. This action changes the operational landscape and funding access for these businesses within the state.

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Who's involved

  • Andre DickensElected mayor of Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Greg AbbottGovernor of Texas who issued the executive order ending the business program.
  • TexasState where the executive order terminated the HUB business program.
  • GeorgiaState of Georgia, where Atlanta is located.
  • Gina HinojosaPolitical rival of Greg Abbott contesting the governorship of Texas.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • TexasSpeculative

    Black-owned firms in Texas might see reduced funding access due to the termination of the HUB program.

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