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Small Business Support: Internships and Fellowships for Students and Graduates

This act allows federal agencies to fund internships and fellowships in small businesses that have previously received innovation support. The goal is to increase professional development opportunities for students and graduates, and to promote the participation of women and socially/economically disadvantaged individuals in these programs. Citizens may gain new career paths in innovative sectors.
Key points
Federal agencies can now offer fellowships and internships at small businesses that have received innovation awards.
These programs are open to undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students.
There will be enhanced outreach to increase participation of women and socially/economically disadvantaged individuals.
Funding for these programs will come from existing federal agency innovation budgets.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5212
Sponsor: Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3]
Process start date: 2025-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SBIR/STTR Innovation Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5212.

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 2025-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies can now offer fellowships and internships at small businesses that have received innovation awards.
  • These programs are open to undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students.
  • There will be enhanced outreach to increase participation of women and socially/economically disadvantaged individuals.
  • Funding for these programs will come from existing federal agency innovation budgets.
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. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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