SBA's Latest Paperwork Quest Hits OMB Desk
Published Date: 6/30/2025
Notice
Summary
The Small Business Administration (SBA) wants to collect some new info and needs the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) thumbs-up. This affects small businesses and anyone who might have to fill out new forms. You’ve got 30 days to share your thoughts, and this could mean some new paperwork but no big money changes yet.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New SBA Paperwork Proposed
If you run a small business or are self-employed, the SBA is asking the Office of Management and Budget to approve a new information collection that could require you to fill out new forms. The SBA is seeking public comments and has provided an additional 30 days for people to submit feedback.
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