S.1786 - One Stop Shop for Small Business Licensing Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1786, the "One Stop Shop for Small Business Licensing Act of 2025," aims to ensure the continued availability of a Small Business Administration (SBA) website providing information on small business permitting and licensing requirements. The bill mandates that the SBA Administrator maintain the website, or a successor with substantially similar information, making it publicly accessible. This is intended to streamline the process for small businesses to understand and comply with necessary regulations.
The bill defines the "covered website" as the current SBA webpage on licensing and permits, including any future iterations that maintain similar content. The Act emphasizes the importance of keeping this resource available and updated for small business owners.
By ensuring continuous access to this information, the bill seeks to reduce the burden on small businesses navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill will be the continued availability of a centralized online resource for small businesses seeking information on permitting and licensing. This will likely lead to increased awareness and compliance with regulations.
It could also reduce the time and resources small businesses spend on navigating bureaucratic processes. The bill does not create new regulations or change existing ones; it simply ensures the information remains accessible.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a centralized and easily accessible resource for small businesses to understand permitting and licensing requirements.
- Reduces the administrative burden on small businesses by streamlining the information-gathering process.
- Promotes compliance with regulations by making information readily available.
- Supports new business formation by simplifying the initial setup process.
- Potentially saves small businesses time and money by reducing the need for external consultants.
Potential Disadvantages
- The bill itself does not address the underlying complexity of permitting and licensing requirements, only the accessibility of information.
- The effectiveness of the bill depends on the SBA's ability to keep the website updated and accurate.
- There may be costs associated with maintaining and updating the website, although these are likely to be minimal.
- The bill may not be equally beneficial to all small businesses, as some may require more personalized assistance.
- Relies on the SBA to maintain the website and keep it updated.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the spirit of promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble of the US Constitution, by supporting small businesses. Congress has the power to legislate on matters related to interstate commerce, and supporting small businesses can be seen as an indirect way to facilitate such commerce (Article I, Section 8).
Furthermore, the bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. It does not violate any individual liberties or state powers.
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).