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Small Business Support: New Functions and International Representation.

This act clarifies the duties of the Office of Advocacy for Small Businesses, expanding its role to include representing small business interests internationally. This aims to better support small businesses in the global economy and trade, potentially leading to new growth opportunities and job stability.
Key points
The Office of Advocacy will now consider the international economy in its analyses.
The Office will represent small businesses before foreign governments and international entities on regulatory and trade matters.
These changes are intended to help small businesses compete more effectively in global markets.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6454
Sponsor: Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-3]
Process start date: 2022-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Business Advocacy Improvements Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6454.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Office of Advocacy will now consider the international economy in its analyses.
  • The Office will represent small businesses before foreign governments and international entities on regulatory and trade matters.
  • These changes are intended to help small businesses compete more effectively in global markets.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4474-4475)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Economy