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Supports Small Business Energy Research
Recent Bills/Supports Small Business Energy Research

Supports Small Business Energy Research

IntroducedJanuary 28, 2025
Passed House1 year ago
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Sitting in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
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CommerceCongressional oversightDepartment of EnergyProduct development and innovationPublic-private cooperationResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentSmall Business Administration
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Why This Matters

This bill creates a partnership between the Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration to conduct research that benefits small businesses and energy development.

If you own a small business in the energy field, this partnership could open new research opportunities for you.
Who this affects
small business owners · entrepreneurs · energy sector
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1The Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration will work together on research projects.
  2. 2Small businesses will be included in these research activities to help them grow and innovate.
  3. 3A report on the progress of these joint activities will be submitted to Congress within two years.
  4. 4The bill does not allocate new funds, meaning it will use existing budgets for these efforts.
Read the detailed summary

DOE and SBA Research Act This bill requires the Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration to enter into an agreement to collaborate on research and development activities. These activities must include, as appropriate, small businesses. The agencies must report on any collaborative research achievements and potential opportunities to expand the technical capabilities of the agencies.

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IntroducedJan 28, 2025
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HouseFeb 25, 2025
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SenateCurrent

Sitting in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.

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Donald Trump
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