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SBA Office Relocation from Sanctuary Cities: New Rules for Small Businesses.

This act mandates the Small Business Administration (SBA) to relocate its offices from cities that restrict cooperation with federal authorities on immigration matters. If offices are not moved within 120 days, their operations will cease, and employees will be reassigned. Citizens might experience changes in access to small business support in certain locations.
Key points
SBA offices must move out of "sanctuary jurisdictions" within 120 days of a determination.
Failure to comply with the deadline will result in the office ceasing operations and employees being reassigned.
The SBA is prohibited from establishing new offices in sanctuary jurisdictions.
"Sanctuary jurisdiction" is defined as a locality that restricts sharing immigration status information or cooperating with Homeland Security requests.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-06-05
51%
For 211
Against 199
Abstain 0
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Passed House
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2931
Sponsor: Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1]
Process start date: 2025-04-17
Voting date: 2025-06-05
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 153
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Save SBA from Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2931.

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 2025-04-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • SBA offices must move out of "sanctuary jurisdictions" within 120 days of a determination.
  • Failure to comply with the deadline will result in the office ceasing operations and employees being reassigned.
  • The SBA is prohibited from establishing new offices in sanctuary jurisdictions.
  • "Sanctuary jurisdiction" is defined as a locality that restricts sharing immigration status information or cooperating with Homeland Security requests.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 199 (Roll no. 153). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2483)

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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Migration Economy Local Government