VETS Business Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 7:27 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 2778, also known as the VETS Business Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of supporting veteran-owned businesses. The bill seeks to provide assistance to veterans who are looking to start or expand their own businesses by offering them access to resources and support.

One of the key provisions of the VETS Business Act is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to veteran-owned businesses to help them grow and succeed. The bill also aims to increase opportunities for veteran-owned businesses to secure government contracts by streamlining the certification process and providing additional resources for outreach and support.

Additionally, the VETS Business Act includes provisions to improve access to capital for veteran entrepreneurs, as well as measures to enhance training and support services for veterans looking to start their own businesses. The bill also seeks to promote collaboration between veteran-owned businesses and other small businesses, as well as with larger corporations. Overall, the VETS Business Act of 2023 is designed to support and empower veteran entrepreneurs, helping them to succeed in the competitive business world. By providing funding, resources, and support, the bill aims to create more opportunities for veterans to achieve success as business owners.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2778

Introduced on
2023-09-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/13/2023

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 Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 2778, also known as the VETS Business Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of supporting veteran-owned businesses. The bill seeks to provide assistance to veterans who are looking to start or expand their own businesses by offering them access to resources and support.

One of the key provisions of the VETS Business Act is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to veteran-owned businesses to help them grow and succeed. The bill also aims to increase opportunities for veteran-owned businesses to secure government contracts by streamlining the certification process and providing additional resources for outreach and support.

Additionally, the VETS Business Act includes provisions to improve access to capital for veteran entrepreneurs, as well as measures to enhance training and support services for veterans looking to start their own businesses. The bill also seeks to promote collaboration between veteran-owned businesses and other small businesses, as well as with larger corporations. Overall, the VETS Business Act of 2023 is designed to support and empower veteran entrepreneurs, helping them to succeed in the competitive business world. By providing funding, resources, and support, the bill aims to create more opportunities for veterans to achieve success as business owners.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on competition among suppliers of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Action9/13/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.