H.R. 3485 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Small Business, May 19, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryRemoves geographic limits on construction subcontracts
The Small Business Administration currently has a requirement that, whenever possible, construction subcontracts should go to businesses in the same county or state where the work is happening. This bill would eliminate that requirement, allowing these subcontracts to be awarded to businesses regardless of location.
How it affects you
Small construction businesses may face different competition depending on where they operate, since contractors could now hire subcontractors from anywhere in the country rather than being encouraged to choose local ones. The practical effect on construction jobs and local economies depends on how often businesses actually take advantage of this change.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, May 19, 2025)
This bill eliminates a requirement that, to the maximum extent practicable, certain construction subcontracts awarded by the Small Business Administration must be awarded within the county or state where the work is to be performed.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 3485
A BILL
To amend the Small Business Act to eliminate certain requirements relating to the award of construction subcontracts within the county or State of performance.
Sponsor: Rep. Nicholas J. Begich (R-AK-At Large) · Introduced May 19, 2025 · Commerce · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action May 19, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.”