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BillHR 8879 · 119

Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026

Introduced
May 19, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 3, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the government to increase oversight and transparency of small business certifications, making it easier to track and verify the certification process. Establishes more accountability in the certification system for small businesses.

Sponsored By

Johnny Olszewski, Jr.
Democrat · Maryland · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 19, 2026
  2. Jun 3, 2026You Are Here

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

  3. TBD

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

  4. 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 businesses, particularly those owned by minorities, women, and veterans, by potentially reducing fraud and increasing their access to government contracts. It also impacts government agencies responsible for certifying small businesses, as they will need to implement new oversight and transparency measures.

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
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMay 19, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 3, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 593.
Subjects
  • Economy
  • Retail

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.