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Congressman Alford Introduces Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act to Enhance Outreach Efforts in Rural Communities and Small Businesses

Washington, September 25, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act. This legislation will require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to enhance outreach efforts in rural communities through the Small Business Innovation (SBIR) and Small Business Technology (STTR) programs. 

“Small businesses and entrepreneurship are the fabric of America. Too often, the opportunities to contract with the federal government are limited to coastal cities. The Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act will force the government to include rural Americans in key SBIR and STTR programs,” said Congressman Alford. 

View legislation here.