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Relocating SBA Employees Outside Washington: Boosting Local Business Support

This act mandates relocating at least 30% of Small Business Administration (SBA) headquarters employees outside the Washington metropolitan area to enhance service accessibility for small businesses nationwide. The goal is to better support local entrepreneurs and promote geographic diversity, including in rural areas.
Key points
At least 30% of SBA headquarters employees will move to offices in various U.S. regions, potentially improving access to small business support outside the capital.
Relocated employees will have their pay adjusted to local rates and will not be authorized for full-time telework.
The act requires a reduction of at least 30% in SBA headquarters office space, which could lead to taxpayer savings.
The aim is to increase in-person customer service and better understand the needs of local, including rural, markets.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_298
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2025-01-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Returning SBA to Main Street Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_298.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • At least 30% of SBA headquarters employees will move to offices in various U.S. regions, potentially improving access to small business support outside the capital.
  • Relocated employees will have their pay adjusted to local rates and will not be authorized for full-time telework.
  • The act requires a reduction of at least 30% in SBA headquarters office space, which could lead to taxpayer savings.
  • The aim is to increase in-person customer service and better understand the needs of local, including rural, markets.
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. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 21.

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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