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Small Business Support: Enhanced Reporting and Service Marketing

This Act amends the Small Business Act to improve small business support programs. It requires annual reporting on activities and outcomes, permits Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to allocate budget for marketing, establishes a data collection working group, and updates funding and confidentiality provisions.
Key points
Mandates annual reports on entrepreneurial development programs, including detailed data on activities, funding, and outcomes.
Allows Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to use up to 10% of their budget for marketing and advertising services.
Establishes a Data Collection Working Group to determine the best methods for conducting data collection and improving systems.
Updates funding authorizations for fiscal years 2023 through 2026 and adjusts financial reserve limits.
Expands confidentiality protections to include email addresses and the nature or content of assistance provided.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5175
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Process start date: 2022-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Business Development Centers Improvement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5175.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates annual reports on entrepreneurial development programs, including detailed data on activities, funding, and outcomes.
  • Allows Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to use up to 10% of their budget for marketing and advertising services.
  • Establishes a Data Collection Working Group to determine the best methods for conducting data collection and improving systems.
  • Updates funding authorizations for fiscal years 2023 through 2026 and adjusts financial reserve limits.
  • Expands confidentiality protections to include email addresses and the nature or content of assistance provided.
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. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].

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 2026-01-02.

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