AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 29, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 12, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The SBA must submit annual reports as part of the President's budget submission.
- Reports must cover four programs: 8(a) Business Development, Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract, HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
- Each report must include the total number of unique small businesses certified in each program.
- Reports must show how many applicants applied for certification in two or more programs.
- Reports must show what percentage of total applicants received multiple certifications.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill establishes a new transparency requirement; documented effects on SBA operations or program participants are not specified in the official summary.
- The measure does not authorize new funding, staffing, or program changes—only reporting obligations.
- No documented impact on certification standards, approval timelines, or small business access is established.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed the bill on June 23, 2026, by voice vote under suspension of rules.
- Senate received the bill on June 24, 2026, and referred it to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- No scheduled Senate vote or further action date is documented.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jun 24, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- Jun 23, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jun 23, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4145-4146)
- Jun 23, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4145-4146)
- Jun 23, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8879.
- Jun 23, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4145-4146)
- Jun 23, 2026 — Mr. Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- Jun 3, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 593.