HR 9797
Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act, aims to increase the participation of small businesses in rural communities within the federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. It directs federal agencies to specifically enhance their outreach efforts to these rural areas. The bill mandates that agencies revise their outreach policies within 90 days to prioritize engagement with rural small businesses. Ultimately, the goal is to foster innovation and economic growth in rural regions through greater access to federal research and development funding.
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