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Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

12/31/2022, 9:00 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5160

Bill 117 HR 5160, also known as the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act, aims to support and promote economic development and entrepreneurship within Native American communities. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by Native American entrepreneurs and seeks to provide resources and opportunities to help them succeed.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to provide funding for Native American entrepreneurs to start or expand businesses. The grants can be used for a variety of purposes, such as purchasing equipment, hiring employees, or marketing their products or services.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to capital for Native American entrepreneurs by providing technical assistance and training on how to secure loans and other forms of financing. This will help entrepreneurs navigate the complex process of obtaining funding and support their business growth. Furthermore, the bill seeks to promote partnerships between Native American entrepreneurs and government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector businesses. These partnerships will help entrepreneurs access resources, networks, and expertise to help them succeed in their ventures. Overall, the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act is designed to empower Native American entrepreneurs and support economic development within Native American communities. By providing funding, resources, and support, the bill aims to create opportunities for Native American entrepreneurs to thrive and contribute to the economic prosperity of their communities.

Congressional Summary of HR 5160

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the establishment of the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). The office must establish a working relationship with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations by targeting SBA programs relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small businesses owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country.

Current Status of Bill HR 5160

Bill HR 5160 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 3, 2021. Bill HR 5160 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 3, 2021.  Bill HR 5160's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Small Business. as of September 3, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5160

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5160

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

- Alaska Natives and Hawaiians
- Business education
- Business investment and capital
- Economic development
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Federal-Indian relations
- Minority and disadvantaged businesses
- Small Business Administration
- Small business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5160

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

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