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Support for Small Business Investment
Recent Bills/Support for Small Business Investment

Support for Small Business Investment

IntroducedMay 14, 2025
Passed House8 months ago
Intro
House
Senate
Pres
In Senate committee
Finance and Financial SectorBanking and financial institutions regulationFinancial services and investmentsSecurities
Why This Matters

This bill makes it easier for small businesses to get funding and for investors to support them. It focuses on helping rural businesses and improving investment opportunities for everyone.

If you own a small business or want to invest in one, this bill could open up new funding opportunities for you.
Who this affects
Small business owners · Potential investors
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill allows more investment in small businesses, especially in rural areas.
  2. 2It helps angel investors connect with startups to provide funding.
  3. 3The bill improves access to crowdfunding for small businesses.
  4. 4It encourages public offerings to help businesses grow.
  5. 5The bill aims to increase opportunities for all types of investors.
Read the detailed summary

Increasing Investor Opportunities Act This bill allows a closed-end fund—a portfolio of pooled assets with a limited number of shares traded on an exchange—to increase its investment in private investment funds. Specifically, the Securities and Exchange Commission is prohibited from limiting the sale or listing of securities of a closed-end fund that invests in private investment funds. This bill also apples to a closed-end company treated as a business development company.

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Bill Progress3 of 4
Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
Intro
House
Senate
Pres
IntroducedMay 14, 2025
Sponsors
See all 5 sponsors
HouseDec 11, 2025
House Vote
Yes 298No 122Not Voting 8
Crossed party lines: 85 Democrats voted Yes
See How Everyone Voted
SenateCurrent

In Senate committee

President

The President

Donald Trump
President
Awaiting Vote
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