Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025

3/25/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1642

Bill 119 HR 1642, also known as the "Small Business Development Centers and Women's Business Centers Improvement Act of 2021," aims to amend the Small Business Act to include specific requirements for graduates of career and technical education programs who are seeking assistance from small business development centers and women's business centers.

The bill seeks to enhance the support and resources available to small business owners by ensuring that individuals who have completed career and technical education programs have access to the necessary guidance and assistance to start and grow their businesses. This includes providing training and mentorship opportunities tailored to the unique needs of these entrepreneurs.

Additionally, the bill aims to strengthen the role of women's business centers in supporting female entrepreneurs by providing targeted resources and support to help them succeed in the business world. This includes expanding access to capital, networking opportunities, and business development resources specifically designed for women-owned businesses. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1642 seeks to promote economic growth and job creation by empowering small business owners, particularly those who have completed career and technical education programs, and women entrepreneurs. By providing targeted support and resources, the bill aims to help these individuals overcome barriers to success and achieve their full potential in the business world.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1642

Bill HR 1642 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1642 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025.  Bill HR 1642's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 25. as of March 24, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1642

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1642

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1642

To amend the Small Business Act to include requirements relating to graduates of career and technical education programs for small business development centers and women's business centers, and for other purposes.To amend the Small Business Act to include requirements relating to graduates of career and technical education programs for small business development centers and women's business centers, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1642

Roger Williams
Roger Williams
Texas(Republican)
Tony Wied
Tony Wied
Wisconsin(Independent)
Derek Tran
Derek Tran
California(Independent)
Johnny Olszewski
Johnny Olszewski
Maryland(Independent)
Robert Bresnahan
Robert Bresnahan
Pennsylvania(Independent)
Maggie Goodlander
Maggie Goodlander
New Hampshire(Independent)

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