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Easier Business Startups: Awards for Efficient Local Governments

This act establishes an awards program for state and local governments that streamline the process of forming new businesses. The goal is to encourage governments to reduce bureaucracy and make it easier for citizens to start their own ventures, potentially boosting local economies and job creation.
Key points
State and local governments can receive awards for innovative improvements in small business formation processes.
Improvements may include reducing paperwork, creating user-friendly online portals, and eliminating duplicate requirements.
Awards will be given annually in three categories, based on community size.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4206
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2022-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting NEW BUSINESSES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4206.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State and local governments can receive awards for innovative improvements in small business formation processes.
  • Improvements may include reducing paperwork, creating user-friendly online portals, and eliminating duplicate requirements.
  • Awards will be given annually in three categories, based on community size.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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.

CATEGORIES

Economy Local Government