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Dedicated SBA Office to Boost Native American and Hawaiian Entrepreneurship.

This act establishes the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). Its purpose is to provide targeted support, including capital access, contracting opportunities, and entrepreneurial training, specifically for members of Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations. This creates a dedicated federal resource aimed at fostering small business growth and economic development in Tribal communities.
Key points
Creation of the Office of Native American Affairs within the SBA to focus solely on Tribal and Native Hawaiian business needs.
The Office will provide grants, training, and culturally tailored assistance to help Native-owned small businesses access SBA programs.
The new Assistant Administrator must have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience in culturally tailored business development.
The authority for this new office is temporary and scheduled to end seven years after the law is enacted.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7396
Sponsor: Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]
Process start date: 2026-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7396.

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 2026-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of the Office of Native American Affairs within the SBA to focus solely on Tribal and Native Hawaiian business needs.
  • The Office will provide grants, training, and culturally tailored assistance to help Native-owned small businesses access SBA programs.
  • The new Assistant Administrator must have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience in culturally tailored business development.
  • The authority for this new office is temporary and scheduled to end seven years after the law is enacted.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 424.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-07.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Economy