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Relocating 30% of SBA Staff Outside DC: Better Service for Small Businesses.

This law mandates the Small Business Administration (SBA) to move at least 30% of its headquarters staff out of the Washington DC area to regional offices nationwide, including rural locations. The goal is to enhance the accessibility of SBA services and improve in-person customer support for small business owners outside the capital. Relocated employees will have their pay adjusted based on the new local rates and will lose full-time telework authorization.
Key points
Increased accessibility for small businesses: 30% of SBA headquarters staff must move to regional offices to improve local support and outreach to entrepreneurs across the country.
Pay and telework changes for staff: Relocated employees will receive pay based on the local rate of their new duty station and will not be authorized for full-time telework.
Headquarters downsizing: The SBA must reduce its headquarters office space by at least 30% within two years.
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Print number: 118_S_5501
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2024-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Returning SBA to Main Street Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5501.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased accessibility for small businesses: 30% of SBA headquarters staff must move to regional offices to improve local support and outreach to entrepreneurs across the country.
  • Pay and telework changes for staff: Relocated employees will receive pay based on the local rate of their new duty station and will not be authorized for full-time telework.
  • Headquarters downsizing: The SBA must reduce its headquarters office space by at least 30% within two years.
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. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

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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