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Advancing Innovation: Improving Commercialization in SBIR and STTR Programs

This Act aims to improve commercialization activities within the SBIR and STTR programs. It requires the consideration of commercialization likelihood during the peer review of applications and mandates the designation of Technology Commercialization Officials within federal agencies. Additionally, the bill expands technical and business assistance to include cybersecurity support and establishes a prioritized patent examination program.
Key points
Project Evaluation Focus: Federal agencies must consider the likelihood of commercialization, in addition to scientific merit, when awarding SBIR/STTR grants. Peer review must include at least one reviewer with commercialization expertise.
Increased Business Assistance: The funding limits for Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) are set at not more than 6,500 USD in Phase I and 50,000 USD in Phase II. These funds can be used for hiring staff, training, and cybersecurity assistance.
Technology Commercialization Official: Each federal agency must designate an official to guide grant recipients in transitioning technologies to commercial Phase III and identifying new markets.
Patent Acceleration: The SBA Administrator, in agreement with the USPTO, will establish a prioritized patent examination program for SBIR and STTR recipients.
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Print number: 119_S_1660
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2025-05-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Research Advancing to Market Production for Innovators Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1660.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Project Evaluation Focus: Federal agencies must consider the likelihood of commercialization, in addition to scientific merit, when awarding SBIR/STTR grants. Peer review must include at least one reviewer with commercialization expertise.
  • Increased Business Assistance: The funding limits for Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) are set at not more than 6,500 USD in Phase I and 50,000 USD in Phase II. These funds can be used for hiring staff, training, and cybersecurity assistance.
  • Technology Commercialization Official: Each federal agency must designate an official to guide grant recipients in transitioning technologies to commercial Phase III and identifying new markets.
  • Patent Acceleration: The SBA Administrator, in agreement with the USPTO, will establish a prioritized patent examination program for SBIR and STTR recipients.
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 Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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