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Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026
5/21/2026, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8879
The Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026, designated as H.R. 8879 in the 119th Congress and introduced on May 19, 2026, aims to enhance oversight and transparency in the certification process for small businesses. The bill likely includes provisions that establish mechanisms for more rigorous examination of small business certifications, potentially mandating increased reporting or verification requirements to ensure the integrity of these certifications. Additional directives may involve creating specific guidelines or processes for monitoring and auditing small business certifications to prevent fraud or misuse of designated benefits. For the full text of the bill and detailed provisions, the official PDF version can be accessed at the provided link.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8879
Bill HR 8879 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2026. Bill HR 8879 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2026. Bill HR 8879's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 0. as of May 20, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8879
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8879
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8879
Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026
Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026
To amend the Small Business Act to require a report on small business concern participation in a covered contracting programs, and for other purposes.
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