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Awards for Local Governments Streamlining Small Business Startups and Cutting Red Tape.

This bill aims to encourage state and local governments to simplify the process of starting a small business. The Small Business Administration (SBA) will provide annual awards to jurisdictions that successfully reduce bureaucracy, cut down on required forms, and create user-friendly online portals. Citizens looking to launch a new venture should benefit from a faster and less complicated registration process.
Key points
Federal awards established to recognize local governments that make it easier for citizens to start small businesses.
Governments are rewarded for reducing paperwork, consolidating resources into online portals, and eliminating overlapping requirements.
The goal is to reduce the time and effort required for citizens to launch a new economic activity, fostering local entrepreneurship.
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Print number: 118_S_1221
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting NEW BUSINESSES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1221.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal awards established to recognize local governments that make it easier for citizens to start small businesses.
  • Governments are rewarded for reducing paperwork, consolidating resources into online portals, and eliminating overlapping requirements.
  • The goal is to reduce the time and effort required for citizens to launch a new economic activity, fostering local entrepreneurship.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Economy Local Government