SBA Extends Two Small Business Advisory Panels
Published Date: 7/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The Small Business Administration is renewing two important advisory committees for another two years, through July 21, 2028. These committees help shape policies that support innovation and investment for small businesses, making it easier for entrepreneurs to grow and succeed. This renewal keeps expert advice flowing without extra costs or delays, so small businesses can keep getting the support they need.
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Invention & Innovation Committee Renewal
If you are an entrepreneur or innovation stakeholder, the Invention, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Advisory Committee's charter has been renewed through July 21, 2028. The committee will continue to advise the SBA on innovation commercialization, lab-to-market translation, and recommend policy and programmatic changes to strengthen SBA programs and services.
Investment Capital Committee Renewal
If you are a small business seeking investment, the Investment Capital Advisory Committee's charter has been renewed through July 21, 2028. The committee will continue advising the SBA on institutional investment market trends and policies affecting small businesses' ability to access patient investment capital, and will recommend policy and programmatic changes to help facilitate the flow of investment capital to undercapitalized small businesses.
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