Webinar: Changes to the Federal DBE Program - What You Need to Know

On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) effective October 3, 2025, that eliminates race- and sex-based presumptions in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions DBE (ACDBE) programs. All firms must now prove social and economic disadvantage on an individual basis. This includes those seeking certification and those who currently hold a certification will be reevaluated, and those who do not demonstrate social & economic disadvantage will be decertified.

Attend our exclusive, free webinar on November 13 from 2-3 pm to learn more about the change and how it might impact you.

Access the IFR here.

The webinar will be led by Scott A. Livingston, one of Maryland’s leading authorities on MBE/DBE compliance and procurement law. With more than 30 years of experience, Scott has represented contractors in bid protests and disputes exceeding $5 billion and has more published decisions before the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals than any other private attorney. A former Assistant Attorney General for MDOT, he helped draft Maryland’s procurement regulations and continues to advise contractors on compliance, litigation, and claims. His insights are especially timely given the latest USDOT DBE ruling and its new compliance requirements. 

 
This webinar is a great opportunity to learn from an expert in this area. Furthermore, there will be a Q&A portion and opportunity to talk to other DBEs.

Registration is now open. As always, MTBMA will continue to keep you informed and advocate for clarity and fairness on behalf of our members throughout this transition.