Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Ballotpedia
Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Ballotpedia
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act. This legislation aims to enhance outreach efforts in rural communities through the Small Business Innovation (SBIR) and Small Business Technology (STTR) programs under the Small Business Administration (SBA).
"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.
The bill is expected to broaden access for rural small businesses to federal contracting opportunities, ensuring that these communities receive support and recognition.
For further details on the legislation, visit here.
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