Bills · HR 5958
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5958Commerce
National Worker Cooperative Development and Support Act
INTRO NOV 7· LAST ACTION NOV 7
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a direct federal effort to promote a different model of business ownership, where employees have a direct stake in the company's success and governance. If it becomes law, it could lead to an increase in the number of worker cooperatives, potentially creating more jobs with better pay, benefits, and workplace democracy, as profits are often shared among worker-owners. This could help build local wealth and reduce economic inequality.
If the bill does not become law, the growth of worker cooperatives would likely continue at its current pace, without dedicated federal support, increased access to capital, or a coordinated national strategy. Many of the existing regulatory hurdles and lack of awareness about this business model would likely persist, limiting the potential for widespread adoption and the benefits it might offer to workers and local economies.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs six federal agencies, including the SBA and Departments of Labor and Treasury, to implement programs, review regulations, and facilitate access to capital for worker-owned cooperative businesses.
This creates a government-wide push to support a specific business model, which could significantly increase its presence and viability.
PROVISION 02
Establishes the United States Council on Worker Cooperatives, chaired by the Secretary of Labor, to coordinate federal efforts, develop a national strategy, and identify regulatory barriers.
This ensures a focused, inter-agency approach to promoting worker cooperatives and addressing systemic challenges, rather than fragmented efforts.
PROVISION 03
Amends the Small Business Act to increase funding for the Intermediary Lending Pilot Program from $20 million to $60 million and extends its duration specifically for cooperatives until 2036.
This provides a substantial increase in direct financial support to worker cooperatives through a proven small business lending channel.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Small Business Administration to develop multi-lingual educational materials and outreach programs about worker-owned cooperative businesses, especially in communities where English is not the primary language.
This helps raise awareness and understanding of the worker cooperative model among diverse populations, potentially expanding its reach.
PROVISION 05
Allows Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to provide education and services to help establish and manage worker-owned cooperative businesses.
This leverages existing community-focused financial organizations to offer specialized support for worker cooperatives at the local level.
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YRS IN OFFICE
9
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSNOV 7
Introduced in House
NOV 7
Referred to the Committee on Small Business, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5958
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedNov 7, 2025
Last actionNov 7, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED NOV 7, 2025
House BillHR 5958Commerce
National Worker Cooperative Development and Support Act
INTRODUCED NOV 7, 2025· LAST ACTION NOV 7, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
0
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