Bills · S 1093
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1093Rural conditions and developmentGovernment studies and investigations
Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act
INTRO MAR 24· LAST ACTION APR 1
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STEP 3 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because rural small businesses are vital to the economy and communities in many parts of the country, but they often face unique challenges like limited access to funding, fewer resources, and less exposure to government support programs. If this bill becomes law, it aims to make it easier for these businesses to get the help they need by creating a dedicated leader, expanding direct outreach, and improving how different government agencies work together.
Currently, rural businesses might struggle to find relevant programs or navigate multiple agencies for support. This bill seeks to streamline that process and ensure that federal resources are more effectively reaching these communities. If the bill doesn't pass, existing efforts to support rural small businesses may remain less coordinated and visible, potentially hindering their growth and the economic health of rural areas.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes an Assistant Administrator position to lead the Office of Rural Affairs within the Small Business Administration.
This provides dedicated, high-level leadership to focus specifically on the needs of rural small businesses, potentially increasing the office's effectiveness.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Office of Rural Affairs to host outreach events in various regions across the United States for rural small businesses.
This directly connects rural businesses with government resources and information, helping them utilize available programs.
PROVISION 03
Mandates interagency cooperation between the Small Business Administration and the Department of Agriculture on programs and support for rural small businesses.
This aims to reduce redundancy and improve the delivery of services by coordinating efforts across two key federal agencies that serve rural communities.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Administration to submit an annual public report on the activities, budget, staffing, and interagency coordination efforts of the Office of Rural Affairs.
This ensures transparency and accountability regarding how the office is operating and serving rural small businesses.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
D· New Hampshire
YRS IN OFFICE
17
BILLS LED
99
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTSAPR 1
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Reported by Senator Ernst without amendment. Without written report.
APR 1
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 37.
MAR 27
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
MAR 24
Introduced in Senate
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1093
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedMar 24, 2025
Last actionApr 1, 2025
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 24, 2025
Senate BillS 1093Rural conditions and developmentGovernment studies and investigations
Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act
INTRODUCED MAR 24, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 1, 2025
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
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