Analyst Brief November 06, 2026

H.R. 10371 — Ensuring SBA Implementation of GAO Recommendations Act of 2026

Current Status

Introduced

Executive Summary

This bill requires the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development to develop and implement policies ensuring compliance with existing reporting requirements under the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999. The legislation is a direct response to Government Accountability Office (GAO) recommendations, aiming to close oversight gaps and ensure the SBA properly tracks and reports on its veteran-focused programs. By mandating action within a strict 60-day window, Congress is forcing the SBA to prioritize transparency and accountability in how it supports veteran entrepreneurs.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor

Mrs. McIver

Bill Number

H.R. 10371

Session

119th

Co-Sponsors

Ms. Velázquez
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Arguments For

  • Good Government/Oversight Win: Allows members to claim a concrete victory in forcing bureaucratic accountability and implementing GAO recommendations.
  • Pro-Veteran Messaging: Demonstrates a commitment to ensuring veteran entrepreneurs receive the support and resources promised to them by law without authorizing new spending.

Likely Supporters

Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs)Government transparency advocatesSmall business advocacy groups

Arguments Against

  • Administrative Burden: The 60-day implementation window is highly aggressive for federal agency policy deployment, potentially leading to rushed, check-the-box compliance rather than meaningful reform.
  • Micro-management: Critics might argue Congress is micromanaging internal SBA procedures rather than addressing broader structural or funding issues in veteran business programs.

Likely Opponents

None expected (though the SBA may privately push back on the 60-day timeline)

📋 Key Provisions

  • Requires the SBA's Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development to develop and implement new compliance policies and procedures.
  • Sets a strict 60-day deadline from the date of enactment for these policies to be implemented.
  • Specifically targets compliance with Section 603 of the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-50).
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Sets a 60-day deadline for the SBA to implement policies.

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"Not later than 60 days"

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Directs the Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development to act.

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"Associate Administrator for Veterans"

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Ensures compliance with Section 603 of the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999.

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"requirements of section 603 of"