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Enhanced Protection for Small Businesses from Regulatory Impact

This act aims to better protect small businesses from the negative effects of new regulations. It requires government agencies to conduct more thorough analyses of the impact of regulations on small entities, including their costs and benefits. Additionally, it introduces the possibility of waiving financial penalties for small businesses for initial minor paperwork violations.
Key points
Government agencies must thoroughly assess the impact of new regulations on small businesses, considering both direct and indirect economic effects.
The act mandates the analysis of beneficial impacts of regulations on small businesses as well.
The definition of a small organization has been expanded to include certain non-profit organizations and labor unions.
Agencies will be required to publish easy-to-understand summaries of planned regulations on their websites.
Small businesses may avoid financial penalties for first-time, minor paperwork violations, unless the violation is serious or not corrected.
The role of the Chief Counsel for Advocacy has been strengthened in the rulemaking and review process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_358
Sponsor: Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6]
Process start date: 2023-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_358.

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 2023-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government agencies must thoroughly assess the impact of new regulations on small businesses, considering both direct and indirect economic effects.
  • The act mandates the analysis of beneficial impacts of regulations on small businesses as well.
  • The definition of a small organization has been expanded to include certain non-profit organizations and labor unions.
  • Agencies will be required to publish easy-to-understand summaries of planned regulations on their websites.
  • Small businesses may avoid financial penalties for first-time, minor paperwork violations, unless the violation is serious or not corrected.
  • The role of the Chief Counsel for Advocacy has been strengthened in the rulemaking and review process.
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. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 17 - 7.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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