Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2022-09-04T00:50:47Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4008 Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

9/4/2022, 12:50 AM

Congressional Summary of S 4008

Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022

This bill provides support for restaurants and other businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Specifically, the bill provides additional funding for the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide grants to support the ongoing operations of eligible restaurants and similar establishments. The SBA must report weekly and biweekly information about grant applications, awards, and denials.

Additionally, the bill funds grants to support other eligible businesses impacted by the pandemic, including

gyms and fitness centers,
minor league sports teams,
businesses located near land ports of entry,
businesses that provide and support live events, and
businesses located in certain U.S. exclaves with limited accessibility.

A business may receive a grant under only one program.

The bill also establishes procedures for the SBA to implement and provide administrative support for these grant programs. The SBA must institute an oversight and audit plan to review the use of grants under these programs.

Further, the bill provides additional funding for grants to support eligible transportation service providers.

Finally, the bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits.

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Current Status of Bill S 4008

Bill S 4008 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 5, 2022. Bill S 4008 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on April 5, 2022. Bill S 4008's most recent activity was Cloture on the motion to proceed not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 43. Record Vote Number: 192. (CR S2614) as of May 19, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4008

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

Accounting and auditingAppropriationsAtmospheric science and weatherBorder security and unlawful immigrationBusiness expensesBusiness investment and capitalCanadaCardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversightDisaster relief and insuranceEconomic performance and conditionsEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployee leaveEmployment and training programsExecutive agency funding and structureFood industry and servicesForeign language and bilingual programsGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsHealth technology, devices, suppliesInfectious and parasitic diseasesLatin AmericaLicensing and registrationsMarine and inland water transportationMarketing and advertisingMexicoMotor carriersMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersNatural disastersPerforming artsPhysical fitness and lifestyleProfessional sportsPublic contracts and procurementPublic transitRoads and highwaysSmall Business AdministrationSmall businessSports and recreation facilitiesTelevision and filmTransportation programs fundingTravel and tourismWages and earningsWorker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4008

Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022A bill to provide COVID relief for restaurants, gyms, minor league sports teams, border businesses, live venue service providers, exclave businesses, and providers of transportation services.

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