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Small Business Support: New Public Procurement Rules

This act changes how federal agencies are evaluated on their engagement with small businesses. They will now need to track and report how many new small businesses, including those owned by veterans, women, or disadvantaged individuals, receive government contracts. This aims to increase opportunities for new, smaller enterprises to secure government work.
Key points
Federal agencies must report the number of new small businesses awarded government contracts.
The act aims to facilitate access to public procurement for new small businesses, including those owned by specific groups.
No additional funds are authorized for the implementation of these changes.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-02-25
94%
For 384
Against 25
Abstain 0
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_818
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2025-01-28
Voting date: 2025-02-25
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 45
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SPUR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_818.

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 2025-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must report the number of new small businesses awarded government contracts.
  • The act aims to facilitate access to public procurement for new small businesses, including those owned by specific groups.
  • No additional funds are authorized for the implementation of these changes.
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. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 25 (Roll no. 45). (text: CR H740)

Is this summary verified?

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

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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