Senate Hearing on SBA Access to Capital Programs
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
This hearing marks the start of the legislative process to update and renew federal laws governing how the Small Business Administration provides loans and capital to small businesses, which directly impacts the availability of government-backed financing for entrepreneurs.
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Small Business Owners
Small businesses seeking government-backed loans or capital are affected by changes to the programs authorized under the Small Business Act.
SBA Lenders
Financial institutions and organizations that participate in SBA lending programs are subject to the regulatory framework established by the reauthorization.
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Summary
Why It Matters
This hearing marks the start of the legislative process to update and renew federal laws governing how the Small Business Administration provides loans and capital to small businesses, which directly impacts the availability of government-backed financing for entrepreneurs.
Key Facts
- The Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship officially initiated the reauthorization process for the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act.
- The hearing focused on the 'Access to Capital' programs managed by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
- The hearing took place on April 3, 2019, in the Russell Senate Office Building.
- The committee heard testimony from two panels: one representing the SBA and one representing private sector lending and enterprise organizations.
- The hearing record includes written testimony and responses to questions from various industry leaders and SBA officials.
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Start of Reauthorization Cycle
The hearing marks the formal commencement of the 116th Congress's effort to update the Small Business Act, indicating a shift toward legislative review of existing SBA programs.
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