WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a hearing titled “Made in the USA: How Main Street is Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing.” Chairman Roger Williams’ opening statement as prepared for delivery: Welcome to today’s hearing titled, “Made in the USA: How Main Street is Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing.” I want to begin by thanking our witnesses for being he... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, held a hearing titled “Made in the USA: How Main Street is Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing” to examine how small businesses are driving innovation and job creation by bringing manufacturing back to the United States. “Made in the USA businesses drive economic growth, strengthen suppl... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a full committee markup on seven bills. Chairman Roger Williams’ opening statement as prepared for delivery: Today, we will mark up seven important bills that support small businesses across the country. These bills reflect our commitment to equipping entrepreneurs with the tools they need to innovate, grow, and compete in ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, led a full Committee markup where all seven bills considered were passed by the Committee. Chairman Williams issued the following statement after today’s markup. “This Committee’s job is to foster an environment that allows entrepreneurs to expand their business and invest in their comm... Read More »
FULL COMMITTEE MARKUP – The House Committee on Small Business will hold a full committee markup on seven bills. DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, November 18th at 9:45 AM ET LOCATION: Hearing Room, 2360 Rayburn House Office Building LEGISLATION TO BE MARKED UP: H.R. 5763 – Main Street Parity Act H.R. 5788 – 504 Program Risk Oversight Act H.R. 3496 – Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act H.R. 57... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Committee on Small Business Chairman Roger Williams (TX-25) released the following statement on the House passage of a continuing resolution that extends federal funding through January and ends the government shutdown. “The end of the Democrat Shutdown is welcome news for America’s 36 million small businesses,” said Chairman Williams. “Each day of gridlock cost Main Stree... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the following Op-Ed by Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, and Congressman Jake Ellzey (R-TX) appeared in Stars and Stripes. “America’s veterans don’t stop serving when they come home; they find a new mission. For many, that mission is on Main Street. This Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who traded their uniforms ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following Op-Ed by Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, appeared in the Washington Reporter this week. “Somewhere in America, a small business owner is checking their email, waiting for an approval for their loan that is not coming. Another is checking their payroll, trying to decide if they can make it another day without Sma... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, joined House Republican Leadership and SBA Administrator Loeffler to discuss how Main Street America is suffering because Chuck Schumer and the Democrat Party are holding the government hostage. View his full remarks here. View a transcript of his remarks below. “Thank yo... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Committee on Small Business Chairman Roger Williams (TX-25) released the following statement after the federal government lapsed in funding: “The House Committee on Small Business had planned a full October agenda to strengthen Main Street, yet with government funding at a standstill, America’s 36 million small businesses will pay the price,” said Chairman Williams. “The H... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – House Committee on Small Business Chairman Roger Williams (R-TX), Ranking Member Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin (R-TX), and Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) issued the following statement as the SBIR and STTR programs are set to expire at midnight: “We are disappointed that the Senate failed to extend the SBIR and ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the House Committee on Small Business held a hearing examining the rise of content creators as entrepreneurs and the obstacles they face as the next generation of entrepreneurs. In Case You Missed It: “INTERVIEW: The Small Business Committee brought creators to Congress. Here are their messages." Washington Reporter Matthew Foldi September 24, 2025 Rep. Roger Williams... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a hearing titled “Streaming Success: Small Businesses in the Age of Digital Influence.” Chairman Roger Williams’ opening statement as prepared for delivery: Welcome to today’s hearing titled Streaming Success: Small Business in the Age of Digital Influence. Today, we will examine one of the fastest-growing sectors of our ec... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, held a hearing titled “Streaming Success: Small Businesses in the Age of Digital Influence” to highlight the rise of content creators as entrepreneurs and examine the barriers and challenges they face. “Content creators are more than just entertainers,” said Chairman Williams. “They are ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a hearing titled “Pathway to Capital: The Role of SBA Lending in Supporting Main Street America.” Chairman Roger Williams’ opening statement as prepared for delivery: Welcome to today’s hearing, “Pathway to Capital: The Role of SBA Lending in Supporting Main Street America.” I want to thank our witness, Thomas Kimsey, the A... Read More »
