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Small Business Relief: Updating Regulatory Definitions and Adjusting for Inflation.

This Act requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to study and update the definition of "small entity" under securities laws. The goal is to expand this definition so that more small businesses and organizations qualify for simplified rules and reduced regulatory burdens. Furthermore, the law mandates regular adjustments of the financial thresholds for small entities based on inflation, ensuring these benefits remain relevant over time.
Key points
More small businesses and organizations may qualify for simplified rules and reduced bureaucratic burdens by expanding the definition of "small entity."
The SEC must regularly adjust the financial thresholds for small entities based on inflation, preventing them from losing their beneficial status due to rising prices.
These changes aim to support local economies and job creation by lowering compliance costs for smaller enterprises.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4400
Sponsor: Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]
Process start date: 2024-05-23