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Support for Women-Owned Businesses: New Certification Rules

This act changes how women-owned businesses are recognized for government programs. To be counted towards government goals for supporting women-owned enterprises, businesses will now need official certification, rather than just self-declaration. This aims to bring more transparency and reliability to accessing government contracts.
Key points
Women-owned businesses will need official certification to qualify for government support programs.
Self-declarations of business status will no longer be sufficient for government goal calculations.
Businesses that have already applied for certification before the changes take effect will be temporarily recognized as certified.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) will regularly brief Congress on the implementation of the new rules.
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Print number: 119_HR_1586
Sponsor: Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2025-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WOSB Certification Expansion and Opportunity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1586.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Women-owned businesses will need official certification to qualify for government support programs.
  • Self-declarations of business status will no longer be sufficient for government goal calculations.
  • Businesses that have already applied for certification before the changes take effect will be temporarily recognized as certified.
  • The Small Business Administration (SBA) will regularly brief Congress on the implementation of the new rules.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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