H.R. 3496: Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-05-19 |
| Sponsor | Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large] |
| Policy area | Commerce |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2026-01-26 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-13 |
Summary
Official summary (Reported to House, 2025-12-12):
Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act
This bill expands eligibility for the Small Business Administration microloan program to include entities in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
The microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 for small businesses and certain nonprofit childcare centers.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Herbert C. Conaway, Jr. | D NJ 2025-11-07 |
| Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. | D CA 2025-11-17 |
| Maggie Goodlander | D NH 2025-11-25 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 3496 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 3496?
H.R. 3496 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 3496 are available on congress.gov.
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