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Increased Influence for Small Businesses in Government Contracts

This act aims to give small businesses more say in how the federal government buys goods and services. By adding the Small Business Administrator to a key decision-making council, it could make it easier for small businesses to secure government contracts and support their growth.
Key points
The Small Business Administrator will join the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council, giving small businesses direct input on government purchasing rules.
The Administrator will report on necessary resources and suggest changes to regulations to better support small businesses in the contracting process.
The act requires regular reports on the time taken to implement new contracting rules, aiming to speed up processes and make it easier for small businesses.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5454
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fairness in Shaping Small Business Contracting Policies Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5454.

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 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Small Business Administrator will join the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council, giving small businesses direct input on government purchasing rules.
  • The Administrator will report on necessary resources and suggest changes to regulations to better support small businesses in the contracting process.
  • The act requires regular reports on the time taken to implement new contracting rules, aiming to speed up processes and make it easier for small businesses.
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. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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Economy