A resolution recognizing the month of October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month".

1/5/2024, 12:45 AM

This resolution recognizes October 2023 as National Women's Small Business Month, honoring the role of women small business owners and entrepreneurs and encouraging the support and creation of women-owned small businesses.

Bill 118 SRES 431, also known as a resolution recognizing the month of October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month," was introduced in the US Congress to honor and celebrate the contributions of women entrepreneurs in the small business sector. The resolution highlights the important role that women-owned small businesses play in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation in the United States.

The resolution acknowledges the challenges that women entrepreneurs face in starting and growing their businesses, including access to capital, resources, and support networks. It also recognizes the resilience, creativity, and determination of women small business owners in overcoming these obstacles and achieving success.

By designating October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month," the resolution aims to raise awareness of the achievements of women entrepreneurs, promote opportunities for women in the small business sector, and encourage support for policies and programs that empower and assist women-owned businesses. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 431 is a bipartisan effort to celebrate and support women entrepreneurs, highlight their contributions to the economy, and inspire future generations of women to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 431

Introduced on
2023-10-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/25/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes October 2023 as National Women's Small Business Month, honoring the role of women small business owners and entrepreneurs and encouraging the support and creation of women-owned small businesses.

Bill 118 SRES 431, also known as a resolution recognizing the month of October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month," was introduced in the US Congress to honor and celebrate the contributions of women entrepreneurs in the small business sector. The resolution highlights the important role that women-owned small businesses play in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation in the United States.

The resolution acknowledges the challenges that women entrepreneurs face in starting and growing their businesses, including access to capital, resources, and support networks. It also recognizes the resilience, creativity, and determination of women small business owners in overcoming these obstacles and achieving success.

By designating October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month," the resolution aims to raise awareness of the achievements of women entrepreneurs, promote opportunities for women in the small business sector, and encourage support for policies and programs that empower and assist women-owned businesses. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 431 is a bipartisan effort to celebrate and support women entrepreneurs, highlight their contributions to the economy, and inspire future generations of women to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the month of October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month".

Policy Areas
Commerce

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays•
Retail and wholesale trades•
Small business•
Women in business

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/5/2024

This resolution recognizes October 2023 as National Women's Small Business Month, honoring the role of women small business owners and entrepreneurs and encouraging the support and creation of women-owned small businesses.


Latest Action10/25/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5177; text: CR S5194)