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Support for Small Businesses in Transportation Projects

This act increases financial support and training programs for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The goal is to help these businesses compete for contracts and subcontracts in highway, public transit, and aviation projects, potentially creating new business opportunities and jobs.
Key points
Increases the funding cap for small business support programs in highway projects from $10 million to $25 million annually.
Establishes new support programs for small businesses in public transit and aviation projects, with up to $5 million annually for each.
Changes to transportation program funding take effect on October 1, 2023, opening new avenues for small enterprises.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4598
Sponsor: Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2023-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Supportive Services Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4598.

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 2023-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the funding cap for small business support programs in highway projects from $10 million to $25 million annually.
  • Establishes new support programs for small businesses in public transit and aviation projects, with up to $5 million annually for each.
  • Changes to transportation program funding take effect on October 1, 2023, opening new avenues for small enterprises.
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. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

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

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

Transport Public Investments Economy