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Rural Small Business Support: Enhanced Coordination and Outreach

This act strengthens support for small businesses in rural areas, making it easier for them to access assistance programs and funding. Citizens operating such businesses can expect better coordination of government efforts and more informational events, potentially leading to business growth and local economic development.
Key points
Strengthening the Office of Rural Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA) by appointing an Assistant Administrator.
Hosting outreach events and meetings for rural small businesses across various U.S. regions to increase awareness of available programs.
Improved cooperation between the SBA and the Department of Agriculture to enhance access to capital, support innovation, and provide disaster assistance for rural businesses.
Regular reports to Congress and public disclosure of information on the activities of the Office of Rural Affairs.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1093
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1093.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening the Office of Rural Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA) by appointing an Assistant Administrator.
  • Hosting outreach events and meetings for rural small businesses across various U.S. regions to increase awareness of available programs.
  • Improved cooperation between the SBA and the Department of Agriculture to enhance access to capital, support innovation, and provide disaster assistance for rural businesses.
  • Regular reports to Congress and public disclosure of information on the activities of the Office of Rural Affairs.
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 Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 37.

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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Economy Agriculture