One Stop Shop for Small Business Licensing Act of 2025
- Bill Number
- H.R. 4824
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Commerce
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-07-29: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
- Last Updated
- 2025-10-04T08:05:56Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The "One Stop Shop for Small Business Licensing Act of 2025" (H.R. 4824) aims to simplify access to information on permitting and licensing requirements for small businesses by creating a centralized online resource. This helps entrepreneurs navigate federal, state, and local regulations more easily when starting or operating a business.
Key Provisions
- Definitions:
- "Director" refers to the head of the Office of Entrepreneurship Education within the Small Business Administration (SBA), a federal agency that supports small businesses.
- "Small business concern" is defined as in the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(a)), generally meaning independently owned businesses with limited employees and revenue.
- Website Establishment and Maintenance:
- Within one year of the bill's enactment, the Director must create a publicly accessible website.
- The website must provide information on federal, state, and local permitting and licensing rules for operating small businesses.
- Content must be organized by the business's location (e.g., city or state) and type (e.g., industry or sector).
- The Director is required to keep the website updated ongoing.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill introduces a new mandate for the SBA to develop and maintain a dedicated website focused on small business permitting and licensing. Prior to this, no single federal resource existed to centralize such information across government levels, though scattered resources may be available through individual agencies or state portals. It builds on the SBA's existing role in entrepreneurship education without altering core definitions or operations of the Small Business Act.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The SBA will gain a new responsibility, requiring resources for website development, content updates, and coordination with federal, state, and local governments to ensure accurate information. This could streamline inter-agency information sharing but may increase administrative workload.
- On Citizens: Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs will benefit from easier access to regulatory details, potentially reducing time and costs associated with compliance research and lowering barriers to starting a business.
- On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, as the bill focuses on domestic U.S. regulations; it may indirectly support U.S. small businesses competing globally by improving operational efficiency.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: Primary beneficiaries, as they gain a one-stop resource for navigating complex regulations.
- Small Business Administration (SBA): Responsible for implementation, including the Office of Entrepreneurship Education.
- State and Local Governments: Indirectly involved, as their permitting and licensing data must be compiled and potentially verified for accuracy on the federal website.
- Federal Agencies: May need to contribute information on national-level requirements, such as those from the Environmental Protection Agency or Department of Labor.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: The bill enforces a clear timeline (one year for launch) and ongoing maintenance, which could lead to accountability measures if not met, such as through congressional oversight. It does not create new regulations but aggregates existing ones, avoiding conflicts with state sovereignty under the U.S. Constitution's 10th Amendment (which reserves powers to states).
- Constitutional: No major challenges anticipated; it aligns with Congress's authority to regulate commerce (Article I, Section 8) by supporting interstate business activities.
- Political: Promotes pro-small business policies, potentially appealing across party lines by addressing regulatory burdens—a common concern for economic growth. It could set a precedent for further digital tools to modernize government services without significant controversy.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (4)
Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7], Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large], Rescom. Hernández, Pablo Jose [D-PR-At Large], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Recent Actions
- 2025-07-29: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
- 2025-07-29: Introduced in House
- 2025-07-29: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- One Stop Shop for Small Business Licensing Act of 2025 — issued 2025-07-29 — PDF (2 pages)