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Support for Small Businesses in Transportation Projects

This act aims to establish a grant program to help small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals secure contracts in transportation projects. Through this program, these businesses will be able to compete more effectively for contracts funded by the Department of Transportation, potentially leading to their growth and increased employment opportunities.
Key points
New Grant Program for Small Businesses: The Department of Transportation will launch a program to support businesses owned by disadvantaged individuals, enabling them to more effectively bid for contracts in transportation projects.
Access to Funding: The program will provide financial assistance to states, local governments, tribal governments, and other public entities to create innovative programs that help these businesses.
Increased Business Opportunities: The goal is to level the playing field and allow small businesses to secure more contracts in large infrastructure projects, which can contribute to local economic development.
Transparency and Reporting: Grant recipients will be required to submit reports on how funds were used, and the Department of Transportation will evaluate the program's effectiveness, ensuring public access to information.
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Print number: 118_HR_4614
Sponsor: Rep. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34]
Process start date: 2023-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accelerating Small Business Growth Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4614.

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:

  • New Grant Program for Small Businesses: The Department of Transportation will launch a program to support businesses owned by disadvantaged individuals, enabling them to more effectively bid for contracts in transportation projects.
  • Access to Funding: The program will provide financial assistance to states, local governments, tribal governments, and other public entities to create innovative programs that help these businesses.
  • Increased Business Opportunities: The goal is to level the playing field and allow small businesses to secure more contracts in large infrastructure projects, which can contribute to local economic development.
  • Transparency and Reporting: Grant recipients will be required to submit reports on how funds were used, and the Department of Transportation will evaluate the program's effectiveness, ensuring public access to information.
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. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

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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