H.R. 7396: Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity 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 | 2026-02-05 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3] |
| Policy area | Native Americans |
| Cosponsors | 4 |
| Latest action | 2026-06-24 — 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, 2026-02-17):
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
This bill provides statutory authority for the establishment of the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). The office must establish a working relationship with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations by targeting SBA programs relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to (1) establish or expand small businesses owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, and (2) promote economic development in Indian country.
Cosponsors (4)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Jake Ellzey | R TX (original cosponsor) 2026-02-05 |
| Kelly Morrison | D MN (original cosponsor) 2026-02-05 |
| Elijah Crane | R AZ (original cosponsor) 2026-02-05 |
| Hillary J. Scholten | D MI 2026-02-10 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 7396 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 7396?
H.R. 7396 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 7396 are available on congress.gov.
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