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SBA Collections Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1142
Bill 118 s 1142, also known as the SBA Collections Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address issues related to the collection of debts owed to the Small Business Administration (SBA).
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a new process for the collection of debts owed to the SBA. This process would involve the use of private collection agencies to assist in the recovery of these debts. The bill also includes provisions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the debt collection process, such as streamlining procedures and increasing transparency.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect small businesses from unfair debt collection practices. These measures include requirements for collection agencies to adhere to certain standards of conduct and provide clear and accurate information to debtors. Overall, the SBA Collections Act of 2023 seeks to improve the collection of debts owed to the SBA while also ensuring that small businesses are treated fairly in the debt collection process. The bill is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a new process for the collection of debts owed to the SBA. This process would involve the use of private collection agencies to assist in the recovery of these debts. The bill also includes provisions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the debt collection process, such as streamlining procedures and increasing transparency.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect small businesses from unfair debt collection practices. These measures include requirements for collection agencies to adhere to certain standards of conduct and provide clear and accurate information to debtors. Overall, the SBA Collections Act of 2023 seeks to improve the collection of debts owed to the SBA while also ensuring that small businesses are treated fairly in the debt collection process. The bill is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congressional Summary of S 1142
SBA Collections Act of 2023
This bill prohibits the Small Business Administration (SBA) from discharging, suspending, or ending collection action on any claim related to a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan or Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL).
Additionally, the SBA must refer such claims that are for $100,000 or less to the Department of the Treasury and Treasury must make a final decision for the disposition of such claims.
The SBA must provide monthly briefings to, and the SBA Administrator must annually testify before, the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives about the collection of claims for such loans.
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Current Status of Bill S 1142
Bill S 1142 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1142 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023. Bill S 1142's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. as of March 30, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1142
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1142
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1142
SBA Collections Act of 2023
SBA Collections Act of 2023
A bill to prohibit the Small Business Administration from suspending collections on Paycheck Protection Program loans and economic injury disaster loans related to COVID-19.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1142
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