HR 3851
SBIR/STTR Pilot Extension Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:30 AM
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Bill overview
This bill extends and expands a program that allows federal agencies to directly award grants to small businesses for Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) projects, bypassing the usual competitive process. It extends the timeframe for this direct award authority through 2030 and broadens the range of federal agencies eligible to participate. The bill also extends a program focused on helping small businesses prepare for commercialization and extends the duration of specific pilot programs within the SBIR/STTR framework. These changes aim to provide more opportunities for small businesses to access federal research funding and develop innovative technologies.
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