S 184
An Act promoting microbusiness and small business assistance transparency
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase transparency regarding assistance programs offered to microbusinesses and small businesses in Massachusetts. It requires agencies providing these programs to clearly outline the types of assistance available, eligibility requirements, and application processes. The goal is to make it easier for businesses to understand and access the support they need to grow and thrive. The bill also directs agencies to report data on program utilization and outcomes.
Key provisions
- Requires state agencies offering assistance to microbusinesses and small businesses to publish detailed information about their programs.
- Mandates clear eligibility criteria for each assistance program.
- Requires agencies to provide accessible application processes.
- Directs agencies to report data on program participation and outcomes.
- Establishes a reporting schedule for agencies to submit this information.
Who is affected
- Microbusinesses
- Small Businesses
- State Agencies providing assistance
- Massachusetts residents involved in small business
Notable changes
- Currently, information about assistance programs may be scattered and difficult to find.
- This bill seeks to standardize and centralize this information.
- The reporting requirements will provide data for evaluating program effectiveness.
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Primary sponsor
Pavel M. Payano
Cosponsors
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.184 194th (Current)
An Act promoting microbusiness and small business assistance transparency
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 184) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to promote microbusiness and small business assistance transparency. Community Development and Small Businesses.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Pavel M. Payano Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.184
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 |
| 6/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in B-1 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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