Veterans Members Business Loan Act

3/9/2024, 8:15 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Bill 118 hr 4867, also known as the Veterans Members Business Loan Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to provide support for veterans who are looking to start or expand their own businesses. The bill specifically focuses on providing veterans with access to business loans through the Small Business Administration (SBA).

The main provisions of the bill include increasing the maximum loan amount available to veterans through the SBA, as well as reducing the fees associated with these loans. Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the application process for veterans seeking business loans, making it easier for them to access the financial support they need to succeed as entrepreneurs.

Overall, the Veterans Members Business Loan Act is designed to help veterans transition into civilian life by providing them with the resources and support necessary to start and grow their own businesses. By reducing barriers to entry and increasing access to capital, this legislation aims to empower veterans to achieve economic success and independence.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4867

Introduced on
2023-07-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/25/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Bill 118 hr 4867, also known as the Veterans Members Business Loan Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to provide support for veterans who are looking to start or expand their own businesses. The bill specifically focuses on providing veterans with access to business loans through the Small Business Administration (SBA).

The main provisions of the bill include increasing the maximum loan amount available to veterans through the SBA, as well as reducing the fees associated with these loans. Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the application process for veterans seeking business loans, making it easier for them to access the financial support they need to succeed as entrepreneurs.

Overall, the Veterans Members Business Loan Act is designed to help veterans transition into civilian life by providing them with the resources and support necessary to start and grow their own businesses. By reducing barriers to entry and increasing access to capital, this legislation aims to empower veterans to achieve economic success and independence.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Federal Credit Union Act to exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from the definition of a member business loan.

Policy Areas
Finance and Financial Sector

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Latest Action7/25/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.