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SPARK Act: New Grants and Mentorship for Underserved Small Businesses

This act creates the Spark Program to help small businesses in rural and underserved areas through free mentorship and expert advice. It also provides financial help, including small grants and low-interest loans, to help entrepreneurs who often struggle to get traditional funding.
Key points
Free professional counseling and mentorship for businesses owned by women, veterans, and minorities.
Direct grants of up to $20,000 for eligible small businesses to support their growth.
Access to low-interest loans and better financing options for those lacking traditional collateral.
Increased funding for business incubators and accelerators in rural and economically distressed areas.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3876
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2026-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SPARK Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3876.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Free professional counseling and mentorship for businesses owned by women, veterans, and minorities.
  • Direct grants of up to $20,000 for eligible small businesses to support their growth.
  • Access to low-interest loans and better financing options for those lacking traditional collateral.
  • Increased funding for business incubators and accelerators in rural and economically distressed areas.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2026-03-04.

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.

CATEGORIES

Economy