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Easier Capital Access for Small Businesses in Rural Areas.

This law aims to make it simpler for small businesses located in rural areas to secure investment funding. It amends securities regulations to specifically include these businesses alongside women-owned small businesses for capital access initiatives. This change is intended to boost job creation and economic growth in rural communities.
Key points
Rural small businesses gain improved access to investment capital to support their growth and expansion.
The law modifies existing securities regulations to prioritize capital access for businesses operating in rural areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_294
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-02-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_294.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Rural small businesses gain improved access to investment capital to support their growth and expansion.
  • The law modifies existing securities regulations to prioritize capital access for businesses operating in rural areas.
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. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4325-4326; text: CR S4325-4326)

Is this summary verified?

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

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.

CATEGORIES

Economy