Bills · HR 7396
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7396Minority and disadvantaged businessesSmall Business Administration
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
INTRO FEB 5· LAST ACTION JUN 24
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to address long-standing economic disparities and barriers faced by Native American and Native Hawaiian communities in accessing business support. If passed, it would establish a dedicated federal entity to ensure that small business resources are more accessible, relevant, and culturally appropriate for these groups. This could lead to an increase in successful Native-owned businesses, foster job creation, and contribute to greater economic stability and self-sufficiency within Tribal and Native Hawaiian communities.
If this bill does not become law, Native American and Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs would continue to rely on the general Small Business Administration programs without a specialized office focused on their distinct challenges and needs. This might mean continued difficulty in navigating the system, accessing crucial capital, securing government contracts, and receiving tailored business development assistance, potentially hindering their economic growth and opportunity.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Creates a dedicated federal entity to serve the unique business needs of Native American and Native Hawaiian communities.
PROVISION 02
Requires the new Office to form working relationships with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations and target existing SBA programs to them.
Ensures federal business support programs are specifically tailored and accessible to these communities, promoting their entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access.
PROVISION 03
Creates an Assistant Administrator position to lead the Office, requiring knowledge of Native American cultures and experience in culturally tailored business assistance.
Ensures leadership with relevant expertise and cultural understanding guides the office's efforts, making its support more effective.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the Office to provide financial assistance, such as grants, to Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian Organizations, or related non-profits for training and workshops.
Allows for direct support and capacity building within Tribal and Native Hawaiian communities to foster entrepreneurship and access federal programs.
PROVISION 05
Mandates annual reports to Congress on the Office's effectiveness and includes a 7-year termination clause for the Office's authority.
Provides accountability for the office's performance and includes a sunset provision for periodic review of its continued necessity and impact.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
D· Kansas
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
28
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 2 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
19 EVENTSJUN 24
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
JUN 23
Mr. Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
JUN 23
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4138-4140)
JUN 23
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7396.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7396
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedFeb 5, 2026
Last actionJun 24, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 5, 2026
House BillHR 7396Minority and disadvantaged businessesSmall Business Administration
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
INTRODUCED FEB 5, 2026· LAST ACTION JUN 24, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
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