LaMonica McIver (D-NJ)
Ensuring SBA Implementation of GAO Recommendations Act of 2026
A Democratic bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
In the other chamber's committee
Passed one chamber and has been handed to a committee in the other.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House voice vote
- In Senate committee
The House by voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no member's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This Act is known as the Ensuring SBA Implementation of GAO Recommendations Act of 2026. It directs a specific official at the Small Business Administration to follow certain reporting rules. Within 60 days of the bill becoming law, the Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development must create and use policies and procedures. These new steps will make sure the office complies with the requirements found in section 603 of the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +3
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill specifically targets the improvement of programs dedicated to veteran entrepreneurship.
- Scored +3
Does this make it easier to run a small business?
The bill strengthens oversight and compliance for veteran-owned small business development programs.
- Scored +3
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill enforces compliance with reporting requirements, which enhances administrative transparency.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 requires the Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development to develop and implement policies and procedures within 60 days to ensure compliance with specific reporting requirements. This is a positive step because it holds our officials accountable for following the law and doing the job we expect them to do.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that cause negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill specifically targets the improvement of programs dedicated to veteran entrepreneurship. Would business owners be better off under this? — It supports the regulatory framework for veteran-led small businesses.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill strengthens oversight and compliance for veteran-owned small business development programs.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill enforces compliance with reporting requirements, which enhances administrative transparency.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — By ensuring reporting compliance, the bill aids in the administration of programs intended for veteran entrepreneurs.
The version one chamber actually passed
What changed from Reported in House: No change to the wording. Only the printed details that record the bill’s progress, such as the heading and dates, are different.
A committee approved it and sent it to the floor
What changed from Introduced in House: No change to the wording. Only the printed details that record the bill’s progress, such as the heading and dates, are different.
- 11/12/2026
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- 11/11/2026
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 10371.
- Considered under suspension of the rules.
- Mr. Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 10/9/2026
- Reported by the Committee on Small Business. H. Rept. 119-847.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 744.
- 10/1/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/16/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 0.
- 9/14/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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