H.R. 5784Passed one chamberJobs & the economy
SBA ordered to build free AI literacy tools for small business owners
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 5784 requires the SBA to publish free AI education materials for small businesses within 180 days, funded within its existing budget.60-second read · 5 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 5784 directs the Small Business Administration to develop free online educational materials helping small business owners understand and evaluate artificial intelligence tools. Topics must include how AI works, its limitations, spotting AI-generated content, protecting customer privacy, and deciding whether an AI tool is worth adopting. The SBA must publish these resources on an existing SBA platform within 180 days of enactment.
Who does it affect?
The bill primarily affects small business owners nationwide, especially those without the technical background or resources to evaluate AI tools independently. SBA staff, an advisory working group of AI and privacy experts, and local resource partners such as Small Business Development Centers and SCORE chapters are also involved in building and distributing the materials.
Why does it matter?
The SBA would be required to coordinate with local resource partners to create localized versions of the training and spread awareness. An advisory working group drawn from the private sector, universities, and privacy organizations must be formed to keep materials accurate and current, and no single AI company or product may be promoted over another.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- No new funding authorized
- SBA must use existing budget
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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- House Passes Bills Requiring SBA to Help SMBs Adopt AI
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Official title
AI–WISE Act
- Introduced:
- October 17, 2025
- Latest action:
- January 26, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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