White House Conference on Small Business Act of 2025
Summary
H.R. 6855, the White House Conference on Small Business Act of 2025, seeks to reauthorize and amend the White House Conference on Small Business Authorization Act. The bill aims to update the conference's objectives, delegate selection process, and funding mechanisms. It also emphasizes the use of technology for ongoing communication among delegates.
Expected Effects
The reauthorization would allow for another White House Conference on Small Business, potentially leading to policy recommendations that impact small businesses. Changes to delegate selection and funding could alter the conference's focus and influence. The establishment of an electronic communication system could foster continued collaboration among delegates.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a platform for small businesses to voice concerns and influence policy.
- Updates the conference to address current challenges faced by small businesses.
- Encourages ongoing communication and collaboration among delegates through an electronic system.
- Allows for co-sponsorship of activities with eligible entities to support small businesses.
- Updates delegate selection to include more diverse representation.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The bill relies on gifts and donations for funding, which may create potential conflicts of interest.
- Changes to delegate selection could lead to under-representation of certain groups.
- The effectiveness of the electronic communication system depends on delegate participation and technological access.
- The bill does not guarantee that policy recommendations will be implemented.
- Increased delegate fees may discourage some small business owners from participating.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's authorization of a White House Conference on Small Business falls under the implied powers of Congress to promote the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble of the US Constitution. The establishment and funding of such a conference are within the legislative powers granted by Article I, Section 8, which allows Congress to make laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).