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Youth Entrepreneurship Training: New After-School Programs for Underserved Students.

This Act requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to develop and implement a curriculum focused on entrepreneurship and inventorship. The program utilizes SCORE volunteers (retired executives) to mentor underrepresented students, including minorities and low-income youth, through community learning centers. The goal is to boost future economic growth by providing essential business skills and improving economic opportunities for disadvantaged children.
Key points
Underrepresented students (minorities, low-income, female) gain access to free business and invention training through existing after-school programs.
Experienced business mentors from the SCORE program will provide practical guidance to students, improving their future career and financial prospects.
The law authorizes $2.5 million annually through 2027 to fund these mentorship and education initiatives.
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Print number: 118_S_1222
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century Entrepreneurship Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1222.

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:

  • Underrepresented students (minorities, low-income, female) gain access to free business and invention training through existing after-school programs.
  • Experienced business mentors from the SCORE program will provide practical guidance to students, improving their future career and financial prospects.
  • The law authorizes $2.5 million annually through 2027 to fund these mentorship and education initiatives.
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.

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