To extend the SBIR and STTR programs, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Passed HouseReceived; read twice and referred to the Committee on Small …
Passed House (inferred from eh version)
Reported from the Committee on Small Business
Additional sponsors: Mr. Stauber, Mr. Meuser, Ms. Van Duyne, Mr. …
Committee on Science, Space, and Technology discharged; committed to the …
Mr. Williams of Texas (for himself, Ms. Velázquez, Mr. Babin, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Extends authorization for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs from September 30, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
Who Benefits and How
Small business research firms maintain access to SBIR/STTR funding. Federal agencies continue small business research partnerships. Innovation ecosystem maintains continuity.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal budget continues program funding. No new burden - extends existing programs.
Key Provisions
- Extends SBIR authority to September 30, 2026
- Extends STTR authority through fiscal year 2026
- Extends all related programs and activities to 2026
- Comprehensive amendment of multiple sunset dates
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Extends SBIR and STTR programs through fiscal year 2026
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Maintain continuity of small business research programs"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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