House Committee on Small Business

The House Committee on Small Business is a standing committee of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Small Business Committee has oversight and legislative jurisdiction over the Small Business Administration and its programs, as well provides assistance to and protection of small business, including financial aid and the participation of small business enterprises in federal procurement and government contracts. The committee also oversees matters related to the matters Regulatory Flexibility Act and the Paperwork Reduction Act. The jurisdiction extends to other programs and initiatives addressing small business outside of the confines of these two specific acts.

Subcommittees

 * Subcommittee on Finance and Tax
 * Subcommittee on Contracting and Technology
 * Subcommittee on Regulations, Healthcare, and Trade
 * Subcommittee on Rural and Urban Entrepreneurship
 * Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight

Rep. Jefferson (D-La.) takes "temporary leave" from committee
On June 5, 2007, Rep. William Jefferson (D-La.) took a "temporary leave" from the committee after he was indicted on sixteen criminal counts. These included racketeering, soliciting bribes, wire fraud, money-laundering, obstruction of justice, conspiracy, and violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

External resources

 * The dKosopedia page on the House Commmittee on Small Business.

Contact
Committee Web site


 * Majority staff office - (202) 225-5821
 * Minority staff office - (202) 225-4038