California's Gay Certification Program

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California's gay certification program is a state-backed initiative managed by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) through its Supplier Clearinghouse. The program certifies businesses that are at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by LGBT individuals to help them secure utility contracts under the state's supplier diversity goals. Certification requires applicants to verify their status through documentation, such as a letter from an established LGBT organization or proof of domestic partnership.