United States 116th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 7522 — To establish the Small Business Economic Assistance Program.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Establishes the Small Business Economic Assistance Program to provide financial assistance to certain small businesses. Among other eligibility requirements, a small business must have (1) more than 1 but fewer than 50 employees, (2) not received a payment under the Paycheck Protection Program, and (3) been established prior to January 1, 2020. Such assistance shall consist of a financial assistance payment equal to $5,000 per employee, at least 80% of which the recipient shall use for employee compensation. The remaining amounts shall be used for business costs such as rent, mortgage payments, or utility payments.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

  2. Introduced in House

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Subjects

Commerce Government lending and loan guarantees Interest, dividends, interest rates Small business
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 7522 do?
Establishes the Small Business Economic Assistance Program to provide financial assistance to certain small businesses. Among other eligibility requirements, a small business must have (1) more than 1 but fewer than 50 employees, (2) not received a payment under the Paycheck Protection Program, and (3) been established prior to January 1, 2020. Such assistance shall consist of a financial assistance payment equal to $5,000 per employee, at least 80% of which the recipient shall use for employee compensation. The remaining amounts shall be used for business costs such as rent, mortgage payments, or utility payments.
Who sponsors HR 7522?
HR 7522 is sponsored by Ruben Gallego (D).
What is the current status of HR 7522?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 7522?
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