Trump administration announces audit of contractors benefiting from 'disadvantaged' business program

The Trump administration on Friday announced plans to audit thousands of “disadvantaged” businesses contracted with the federal government, as part of an effort to root out diversity, equity, and ...

SBA Orders All 8(a) Participants to Provide Financial Records

Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued letters to all contractors within the 8(a) Business Development Program, requiring them to produce financial records as part of a ...
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Ernst Calls for Audit Before Future 8(a) Sole Source Awards

On November 12, 2025 Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) sent letters to the Small Business Administration’s (“SBA”) Administrator Loeffler and the SBA ...
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With SBA program's future uncertain, local businesses eye potential changes

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Preview this article 1 min Local business owners share ...
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What businesses need to know about the SBA Working Capital Pilot Program

The SBA's new working capital loan program aims to provide an additional lending option for small businesses. Here's what companies need to know about the pilot program. The Small Business ...
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A Legal Guide to the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, and the federal government offers a range of programs to support their growth — particularly in the realm of government contracting. One of the ...

New programs, fee changes and other SBA loan changes to expect in 2026

The Small Business Administration has momentum heading into 2026. Here's what that means for loan programs, borrowers and ...