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Reauthorizing and Strengthening Federal Support for Women Entrepreneurs and Startups.

This Act reauthorizes and strengthens the Interagency Committee on Women’s Business Enterprise, ensuring continued federal focus on women-owned firms. Its primary goal is to actively monitor and identify barriers preventing women from starting new businesses or accessing federal programs and opportunities. By expanding the Committee's membership to include agencies like NASA and the VA, the federal government aims to better integrate women-led businesses across various sectors.
Key points
The Interagency Committee on Women’s Business Enterprise is reauthorized, ensuring continued federal focus on supporting women in business.
The Committee's mandate is expanded to specifically monitor and identify systemic barriers faced by women entrepreneurs and startups accessing federal resources.
Key federal agencies (including EPA, NASA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs) are added to the Committee, broadening the scope of support and opportunities available to women-led firms.
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Print number: 118_S_2094
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Interagency Committee on Women’s Business Enterprise Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2094.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Interagency Committee on Women’s Business Enterprise is reauthorized, ensuring continued federal focus on supporting women in business.
  • The Committee's mandate is expanded to specifically monitor and identify systemic barriers faced by women entrepreneurs and startups accessing federal resources.
  • Key federal agencies (including EPA, NASA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs) are added to the Committee, broadening the scope of support and opportunities available to women-led firms.
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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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

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