Returning SBA to Main Street Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-19T13:46:47Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 298 Returning SBA to Main Street Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/19/2025, 1:46 PM

Summary of Bill S 298

Bill 119 s 298, also known as the "Small Business Administration Headquarters Relocation Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) to relocate 30 percent of the employees currently assigned to headquarters to duty stations outside of the Washington metropolitan area. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the relocation of SBA employees.

The primary goal of this bill is to decentralize the operations of the SBA and disperse its workforce to locations outside of the Washington, D.C. area. Proponents of the bill argue that this relocation will help to better serve small businesses across the country by placing SBA employees closer to the communities they serve. Additionally, supporters believe that relocating employees outside of the Washington metropolitan area will help to reduce costs associated with operating in a high-cost region.

Opponents of the bill may argue that relocating a significant portion of SBA employees could disrupt operations and potentially hinder the agency's ability to effectively carry out its mission. They may also raise concerns about the potential impact on employees who would be required to relocate to new duty stations. Overall, Bill 119 s 298 represents a significant proposal to restructure the operations of the Small Business Administration by relocating a portion of its headquarters employees to duty stations outside of the Washington metropolitan area. The bill aims to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness in serving small businesses while also potentially reducing costs associated with operating in a high-cost region.

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Current Status of Bill S 298

Bill S 298 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2025. Bill S 298 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 29, 2025. Bill S 298's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 21. as of March 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 298

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 298

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

Administrative remediesCommutingGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementRural conditions and developmentSmall Business AdministrationWages and earnings

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 298

A bill to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to relocate 30 percent of the employees assigned to headquarters to duty stations outside the Washington metropolitan area, and for other purposes.A bill to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to relocate 30 percent of the employees assigned to headquarters to duty stations outside the Washington metropolitan area, and for other purposes.

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