Bill would force SBA to offset costs of any new small business rules

What does this do?

The bill requires the SBA to ensure any new regulations it creates add no net cost burden to small businesses starting in fiscal year 2026. To issue a costly new rule, the SBA would need to ease or repeal other existing rules to offset the cost. It also requires the SBA's Office of Advocacy to report annually to Congress on how much other federal agencies' rules cost small businesses, broken down by agency.

Who does it affect?

Small business owners, who may see fewer new costly SBA regulations. Federal agencies, which would face more public scrutiny over their rules' impact on small businesses.

Why does it matter?

The requirement could limit the SBA's ability to issue new regulations unless it removes other rules, potentially slowing new rulemaking. Agencies would face increased public and congressional attention to their regulatory costs.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• No new funding authorized
• SBA covers costs from existing budget