Small Business Advocacy Improvements Act of 2025
Small Business Support: Helping Small Companies Compete Globally
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill expands the role of the Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy to help small business owners on the global stage. It gives the office the power to represent American small businesses when dealing with foreign governments and international trade groups.
- The goal is to make sure small businesses have a seat at the table when other countries create new trade rules. Often, large corporations have the resources to influence these rules, but small businesses are left out, which can make it harder for them to sell products overseas.
- The policy also requires the government to study how the international economy affects small businesses at home. This research will help officials understand the specific challenges small companies face when trying to grow their business outside of the United States.
- Finally, the bill fixes technical errors in existing laws to ensure they correctly describe the office's duties, including support for businesses owned by veterans who were disabled during their military service.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 15 (Roll no. 44). (text: CR H739)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 15 (Roll no. 44). (text: CR H739)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H749)
Vote Results
1 voteOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Small Business Advocacy Improvements Act of 2025
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