Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency.

12/29/2022, 6:33 PM

This resolution directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide the House of Representatives with any documents and communications about the SBA's request for designation as a voter registration agency.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1280, also known as the "Of Inquiry Directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to Transmit Certain Documents to the House of Representatives Relating to the Designation of the Small Business Administration as a Voter Registration Agency," is a piece of legislation that aims to investigate and gather information regarding the Small Business Administration's role in voter registration.

The bill directs the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to provide certain documents to the House of Representatives that pertain to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency. This includes any policies, procedures, guidelines, or communications related to voter registration activities conducted by the Small Business Administration.

The purpose of this inquiry is to ensure transparency and accountability in the Small Business Administration's voter registration efforts. By requesting these documents, Congress hopes to gain a better understanding of how the Small Business Administration is fulfilling its role as a voter registration agency and to identify any potential areas for improvement. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1280 seeks to promote civic engagement and ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. It underscores the importance of government agencies, such as the Small Business Administration, in facilitating voter registration and ensuring that every voice is heard in our democracy.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 1280

Introduced on
2022-07-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/26/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide the House of Representatives with any documents and communications about the SBA's request for designation as a voter registration agency.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1280, also known as the "Of Inquiry Directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to Transmit Certain Documents to the House of Representatives Relating to the Designation of the Small Business Administration as a Voter Registration Agency," is a piece of legislation that aims to investigate and gather information regarding the Small Business Administration's role in voter registration.

The bill directs the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to provide certain documents to the House of Representatives that pertain to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency. This includes any policies, procedures, guidelines, or communications related to voter registration activities conducted by the Small Business Administration.

The purpose of this inquiry is to ensure transparency and accountability in the Small Business Administration's voter registration efforts. By requesting these documents, Congress hopes to gain a better understanding of how the Small Business Administration is fulfilling its role as a voter registration agency and to identify any potential areas for improvement. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1280 seeks to promote civic engagement and ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. It underscores the importance of government agencies, such as the Small Business Administration, in facilitating voter registration and ensuring that every voice is heard in our democracy.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedOf inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency.

Policy Areas
Commerce

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary8/5/2022

This resolution directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide the House of Representatives with any documents and communications about the SBA's request for designation as a voter registration agency.


Latest Action7/26/2022
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Small Business, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the...