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Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act
3/12/2025, 1:43 PM
Summary of Bill S 577
Bill 119 s 577, also known as the Rural Jobs Act, aims to make it easier for small businesses in rural areas to access capital. The bill proposes amendments to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 in order to achieve this goal.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the creation of a new category of securities called Rural Area Securities. These securities would be specifically designed to help small businesses in rural areas raise capital. The bill also includes provisions to streamline the regulatory process for these securities, making it easier for rural businesses to comply with securities laws.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize investment in rural businesses. For example, it proposes tax incentives for investors who support rural businesses through the purchase of Rural Area Securities. These incentives are intended to encourage more investment in rural areas, which in turn can help stimulate economic growth and create jobs. Overall, the Rural Jobs Act is aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by small businesses in rural areas when it comes to accessing capital. By expanding access to capital and providing incentives for investment, the bill seeks to support the growth and success of rural businesses, ultimately benefiting the local economies and communities in these areas.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the creation of a new category of securities called Rural Area Securities. These securities would be specifically designed to help small businesses in rural areas raise capital. The bill also includes provisions to streamline the regulatory process for these securities, making it easier for rural businesses to comply with securities laws.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize investment in rural businesses. For example, it proposes tax incentives for investors who support rural businesses through the purchase of Rural Area Securities. These incentives are intended to encourage more investment in rural areas, which in turn can help stimulate economic growth and create jobs. Overall, the Rural Jobs Act is aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by small businesses in rural areas when it comes to accessing capital. By expanding access to capital and providing incentives for investment, the bill seeks to support the growth and success of rural businesses, ultimately benefiting the local economies and communities in these areas.
Congressional Summary of S 577
Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act
This bill requires the Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation within the Securities and Exchange Commission to report on issues encountered by rural-area small businesses.
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Current Status of Bill S 577
Bill S 577 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill S 577 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 13, 2025. Bill S 577's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of February 13, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 577
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 577
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 577
A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to expand access to capital for rural-area small businesses, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to expand access to capital for rural-area small businesses, and for other purposes.
Comments

Isabela Powell
395
9 months ago
I think this bill is good for helping rural areas get more money for jobs. It's important to help small towns grow.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 577
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