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BillHR 8404 · 119

21st Century Entrepreneurship Act

Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes programs to support entrepreneurship, particularly for underrepresented groups, and Funds initiatives to promote business development and job creation. Requires the development of resources and training for entrepreneurs.

Sponsored By

Sharice Davids
Democrat · Kansas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 21, 2026
  3. Apr 21, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects small business owners, entrepreneurs, and students, by providing them with access to resources, training, and funding opportunities to start and grow their businesses. It particularly impacts underrepresented groups, such as women and minorities, by promoting diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (2)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Small Business
IntroducedApr 21, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Small Business, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.