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Native American Small Business Support

Also known as: Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

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Key Points

  • Congress is moving to create a permanent Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration. This office would focus on helping tribal members and Native Hawaiian organizations start, run, and grow their own businesses.
  • A new leader with experience in Native American cultures would be hired to run the office. This person would help business owners get access to money, find government contracts, and receive specialized training that fits their community's needs.
  • The office would be responsible for making sure federal business programs are easier to use for people living in tribal areas. It would also provide grants and financial help to tribal organizations so they can host workshops and educational events for local entrepreneurs.
  • To make sure the program is working, the office must report to Congress every year with details on how many people they served and how many training sessions they held. This specific plan is designed to last for seven years to see if it successfully improves economic development in Native communities.

Milestones

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Feb 17, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 424.

Feb 17, 2026House

Reported by the Committee on Small Business. H. Rept. 119-498.

Feb 11, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 0.

Feb 11, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 5, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

Bill NumberHR 7396
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 424.

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Cosponsors

(4)
D: 2R: 2

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