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Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act
2/5/2024, 8:14 PM
Summary of Bill S 294
Bill 118 s 294, also known as the Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act, aims to provide rural businesses with increased access to capital in order to stimulate job creation and economic growth in rural areas of the United States. The bill focuses on expanding the availability of financing options for small businesses in rural communities, which often face challenges in accessing the necessary funds to start or expand their operations.
The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Rural Business Investment Company (RBIC) program, which would provide funding to investment firms that focus on supporting rural businesses. These RBICs would be authorized to provide equity investments, loans, and other financial assistance to rural businesses, helping them to grow and create jobs in their communities.
Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for rural businesses seeking financing, making it easier for them to access the capital they need to thrive. By reducing red tape and bureaucratic hurdles, the bill seeks to encourage more investment in rural areas and spur economic development. Overall, the Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act is designed to address the unique challenges faced by rural businesses in accessing capital, with the goal of promoting job creation and economic prosperity in rural communities across the country.
The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Rural Business Investment Company (RBIC) program, which would provide funding to investment firms that focus on supporting rural businesses. These RBICs would be authorized to provide equity investments, loans, and other financial assistance to rural businesses, helping them to grow and create jobs in their communities.
Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for rural businesses seeking financing, making it easier for them to access the capital they need to thrive. By reducing red tape and bureaucratic hurdles, the bill seeks to encourage more investment in rural areas and spur economic development. Overall, the Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act is designed to address the unique challenges faced by rural businesses in accessing capital, with the goal of promoting job creation and economic prosperity in rural communities across the country.
Congressional Summary of S 294
Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act
This bill requires the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation within the Securities and Exchange Commission to report on issues encountered by rural-area small businesses.
Current Status of Bill S 294
Bill S 294 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2023. Bill S 294 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2023. Bill S 294's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of September 12, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 294
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 294
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorPotential Impact Areas
- Business investment and capital
- Rural conditions and development
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
- Small business
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 294
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