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Increased Transparency in Small Business Government Contracts

New rules enhance transparency in government contracting for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and in HUBZone areas. Citizens will gain better insight into how taxpayer money is spent to support these enterprises. The act mandates regular reports on application numbers, awarded contracts, and issues, aiming to improve the effectiveness of small business support.
Key points
The government will annually publish detailed reports on contracts awarded to small businesses owned by women, veterans, and those in HUBZone areas.
These reports will include information on application numbers, certified and denied applications, and the total value of contracts.
The goal is to increase accountability and ensure that small business support programs function effectively.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4670
Sponsor: Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6]
Process start date: 2023-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Business Contracting Transparency Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4670.

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 2023-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will annually publish detailed reports on contracts awarded to small businesses owned by women, veterans, and those in HUBZone areas.
  • These reports will include information on application numbers, certified and denied applications, and the total value of contracts.
  • The goal is to increase accountability and ensure that small business support programs function effectively.
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. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5914-5915)

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.

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