Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 5:16 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
The Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2000, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at supporting military spouses who are interested in starting their own businesses. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by military spouses, such as frequent relocations and limited job opportunities, and seeks to provide them with the resources and support needed to pursue entrepreneurship.

Under the provisions of the bill, military spouses would have access to a variety of resources and programs designed to help them start and grow their own businesses. This includes access to training and mentorship programs, as well as assistance with securing financing and navigating the regulatory environment. The bill also aims to increase awareness of the skills and talents of military spouses among potential employers and customers.

In addition, the Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023 includes measures to address some of the barriers that military spouses face when trying to start a business, such as licensing and certification requirements that vary from state to state. The bill seeks to streamline these requirements and make it easier for military spouses to transfer their credentials and qualifications across state lines. Overall, the goal of the Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023 is to empower military spouses to take control of their own economic futures and create opportunities for themselves and their families. By providing support and resources for military spouses who are interested in entrepreneurship, the bill aims to help them overcome the unique challenges they face and achieve success in the business world.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2000

Introduced on
2023-06-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/14/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
The Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2000, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at supporting military spouses who are interested in starting their own businesses. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by military spouses, such as frequent relocations and limited job opportunities, and seeks to provide them with the resources and support needed to pursue entrepreneurship.

Under the provisions of the bill, military spouses would have access to a variety of resources and programs designed to help them start and grow their own businesses. This includes access to training and mentorship programs, as well as assistance with securing financing and navigating the regulatory environment. The bill also aims to increase awareness of the skills and talents of military spouses among potential employers and customers.

In addition, the Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023 includes measures to address some of the barriers that military spouses face when trying to start a business, such as licensing and certification requirements that vary from state to state. The bill seeks to streamline these requirements and make it easier for military spouses to transfer their credentials and qualifications across state lines. Overall, the goal of the Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2023 is to empower military spouses to take control of their own economic futures and create opportunities for themselves and their families. By providing support and resources for military spouses who are interested in entrepreneurship, the bill aims to help them overcome the unique challenges they face and achieve success in the business world.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to establish and carry out a program that assists military spouses in establishing small business concerns, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Commerce

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Recent Activity

Latest Action6/14/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.