Bills · HR 5568
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5568Commerce
Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because government shutdowns often halt many non-essential services, including parts of the Small Business Administration. When the SBA stops, it can freeze or delay loans that small businesses rely on for everything from payroll to expansion.
If this bill becomes law, these specific loan programs would be insulated from the impact of a shutdown, meaning small businesses could still get the funding they need to operate and grow. Without this bill, a shutdown could lead to significant financial stress, missed opportunities, and even business failures for companies dependent on these SBA programs, potentially impacting job creation and local economies.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Appropriates specific funds for key Small Business Administration (SBA) loan programs to continue operations during a government shutdown in fiscal year 2026.
This ensures that small businesses can still access and manage critical government-backed loans even if other federal services halt.
PROVISION 02
Provides $2,916,666,667 to continue servicing loans under the SBA's primary 7(a) loan program during a shutdown.
The 7(a) program is the SBA's most widely used loan program, making this funding crucial for a broad range of small businesses.
PROVISION 03
Allocates funds for the Microloan program and Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program to maintain services during a shutdown.
These programs support very small businesses and those seeking growth capital, ensuring diverse small business needs are met.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes specific amounts to cover salaries and expenses for a 30-day shutdown period, with prorated amounts for shorter lapses.
This provision provides a clear funding mechanism to keep essential SBA staff working and programs active during temporary government closures.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 10
D· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
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DEM 10 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 26
Introduced in House
SEP 26
Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5568
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 26, 2025
Last actionSep 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025
House BillHR 5568Commerce
Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act
INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 26, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
10
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