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The House Committee on Small Business Reports Five Bills Favorably to the House

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08), led a full Committee markup where all five bills considered were passed by the Committee. Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, issued the following statement after today’s markup. “The bills passed out of the Committee build on the momentum created by President Trump’s…

Congressman Stauber Gavels in Committee on Small Business Markup

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a full committee markup on five bills. Congressman Pete Stauber’s opening statement as prepared for delivery: Today, we will mark up five important bills that support small businesses across America. These bills will revitalize American manufacturing, support rural entrepreneurs, protect taxpayer dollars, and…

Committee on Small Business Activity: The Week of July 21st

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FULL COMMITTEE MARKUP – The House Committee on Small Business will hold a full committee markup on five bills. DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, July 22nd at 9:45 AM LOCATION: Hearing Room, 2360 Rayburn House Office Building LEGISLATION TO BE MARKED UP: H.R. 2066  – Investing in All of America Act of 2025 H.R. ___ – Office of Rural Affairs Enhancement Act H.R. 4495 – SBA…

Chairman Williams Introduces the Equal Shot Act

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Committee on Small Business Chairman Roger Williams (R-Texas) introduced the Equal Shot Act of 2025, a key piece of legislation aimed at ensuring fairness in federal small business policy. This bill prohibits the Small Business Administration (SBA) and its Administrator from discriminating against firearm-related businesses in the distribution of financial…

ICYMI: Chairman Williams Introduces Bill to Protect Gun-related Businesses from Politically Motivated Bias

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman  Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, introduced the Equal Shot Act of 2025, which will prevent the Small Business Administration and its Administrator from discriminating against firearm-related businesses when it comes to accessing financial assistance.  In Case You Missed It: “EXCLUSIVE: New…

UPDATED: Committee on Small Business July Hearing Schedule

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business announced its updated July hearing schedule. Full Committee Hearing: “A Voice for Small Business: How the SBA Office of Advocacy is Cutting Red Tape” Date & Time: POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Location: Hearing Room, 2360 Rayburn House Office Building Full Committee…

Chairman Williams Applauds Final Passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, issued the following statement on the final passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act. “House Republicans delivered historic results for Main Street, protecting small businesses from the largest tax increase in American history,” said Chairman Williams. “The One Big,…

Committee on Small Business Announces July Hearing Schedule

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business announced its July hearing schedule. Contracting and Infrastructure Subcommittee Hearing: “Leveling the Playing Field: Fostering Opportunities for Small Business Contractors” Date & Time: Tuesday, July 8th at 1:30 PM ET Location: Hearing Room, 2360 Rayburn House Office Building Full Committee…

Chairman Williams Op-Ed: The One Big Beautiful Bill Is A Green Light on Main Street

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following Op-Ed by Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, appeared in Newsweek today. “When I took over my family's car dealership more than 50 years ago, I, like every small business owner in this country, took a risk. I hired employees, stocked inventory I hoped would sell, and prayed every night I could make…

Committee on Small Business Holds Hearing on the Opportunities Presented by the Domestic Production of Rare Earth Minerals

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, held a hearing titled, “Securing America's Mineral Future: Unlocking the Economic Value Beneath Our Feet” to examine the economic potential of harnessing domestic rare earth minerals and the opportunities they present for American small businesses. “America relies on small…