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Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 3:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6347

Bill 117 HR 6347, also known as the Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021, aims to support military spouses who are interested in starting their own businesses. The bill recognizes the unique challenges that military spouses face due to frequent relocations and deployments of their service member partners.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Providing financial assistance to military spouses to help cover the costs of starting and operating a small business. 2. Offering training and resources to help military spouses develop the skills and knowledge needed to successfully run a business. 3. Creating a network of support for military spouses, including mentorship opportunities and access to business development programs. 4. Encouraging federal agencies to prioritize contracting opportunities for businesses owned by military spouses. The bill aims to empower military spouses to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and create economic opportunities for themselves and their families. By providing support and resources, the Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021 seeks to address the unique challenges faced by military families and help them achieve financial independence and stability.

Congressional Summary of HR 6347

Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021

This bill requires the Small Business Administration to conduct a pilot program to award federal contracts to small businesses owned and controlled by military spouses. It also generally authorizes federal contracting officers to limit contract awards to only small businesses owned and controlled by military spouses under certain circumstances.

Current Status of Bill HR 6347

Bill HR 6347 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 23, 2021. Bill HR 6347 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 23, 2021.  Bill HR 6347's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Small Business. as of December 23, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6347

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6347

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6347

Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021
Military Spouse Entrepreneurs Act of 2021
To require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to establish a pilot procurement program for military spouses, and for other purposes.

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