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Investing in Main Street Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 400
The Investing in Main Street Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 400, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of promoting economic growth and revitalization in local communities. The bill aims to provide support to small businesses and entrepreneurs by increasing access to capital and resources.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Main Street Investment Fund, which would provide financial assistance to small businesses in underserved communities. This fund would be managed by the Small Business Administration and would offer low-interest loans and grants to help businesses grow and create jobs.
Additionally, the Investing in Main Street Act of 2023 includes measures to streamline regulations and reduce red tape for small businesses. This would make it easier for entrepreneurs to navigate the regulatory landscape and focus on growing their businesses. Overall, the bill is designed to support economic development at the local level and create opportunities for small businesses to thrive. By providing access to capital and resources, the Investing in Main Street Act of 2023 aims to stimulate growth and job creation in communities across the country.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Main Street Investment Fund, which would provide financial assistance to small businesses in underserved communities. This fund would be managed by the Small Business Administration and would offer low-interest loans and grants to help businesses grow and create jobs.
Additionally, the Investing in Main Street Act of 2023 includes measures to streamline regulations and reduce red tape for small businesses. This would make it easier for entrepreneurs to navigate the regulatory landscape and focus on growing their businesses. Overall, the bill is designed to support economic development at the local level and create opportunities for small businesses to thrive. By providing access to capital and resources, the Investing in Main Street Act of 2023 aims to stimulate growth and job creation in communities across the country.
Congressional Summary of HR 400
Investing in Main Street Act of 2023
This bill authorizes certain banking entities to invest up to 15% of their capital and surplus in one or more small business investment companies (SBICs) or in any entity established to invest solely in SBICs. The current limit is 5%.
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Current Status of Bill HR 400
Bill HR 400 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 400 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2023. Bill HR 400's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of January 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 400
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 400
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
- Bank accounts, deposits, capital
- Banking and financial institutions regulation
- Business investment and capital
- Small business
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 400
Investing in Main Street Act of 2023
Investing in Main Street Act of 2023
Investing in Main Street Act of 2023
To amend the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 to increase the amount that may be invested in small business investment companies.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 400
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