RepublicanBill · S. 592· Senate(119-S-592)

Simplifying Subcontracting Act

Rep. Risch
Age: 83 years
Idaho
Introduced
2/13/2025
Last activity
2/13/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Sponsored by
James Risch
Cosponsors
Republican - 3Democrat - 4
Commerce
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Simplifying Subcontracting Act," seeks to amend the Small Business Act. It would require offerors or bidders to include statements in their subcontracting plans regarding how they solicit subcontractors. Specifically, these entities must communicate solicitations in plain writing to ensure they are easily understood by small business concerns. The bill also mandates that this plain writing requirement be included in all subcontracts offering opportunities. Finally, it establishes a process for the Administrator to address instances where a prime contractor fails to comply.

Yes

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?+5

    The bill requires subcontracting solicitations to be in plain writing to ensure they are easily understood by small business concerns.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+4

    Small business owners will benefit from clearer communication regarding subcontracting opportunities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.