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Boosting Youth Entrepreneurship: Educational Programs for Future Innovators.

This Act aims to increase entrepreneurship rates in the U.S. by introducing educational programs for youth, especially from disadvantaged communities. Children and adolescents will have the opportunity to develop business and innovative skills, potentially leading to new job creation and economic growth in their communities. These programs will be implemented in community learning centers, with SCORE program mentors teaching entrepreneurship and inventorship.
Key points
Children and youth from low-income families and underrepresented groups will gain access to free entrepreneurship and inventorship educational programs.
The SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) program will partner with community learning centers to provide mentors and educational materials.
The Act seeks to enhance career and economic opportunities for young people by encouraging them to start their own businesses and foster innovation.
Funding of $2.5 million annually for fiscal years 2021-2025 is authorized for the implementation of these programs.
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Print number: 117_HR_7687
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Process start date: 2022-05-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century Entrepreneurship Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7687.

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 2022-05-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children and youth from low-income families and underrepresented groups will gain access to free entrepreneurship and inventorship educational programs.
  • The SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) program will partner with community learning centers to provide mentors and educational materials.
  • The Act seeks to enhance career and economic opportunities for young people by encouraging them to start their own businesses and foster innovation.
  • Funding of $2.5 million annually for fiscal years 2021-2025 is authorized for the implementation of these programs.
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. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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