House Roll Call

H.R.1606

Roll 272 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Jun 20, 2023 6:55 PM • Result: Passed

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BillH.R.1606 — Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act of 2023
Vote questionOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Vote type2/3 Yea-And-Nay
ResultPassed
TotalsYea 407 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 26
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R2100011
D1970015
I0000

Research Brief

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended

Bill Analysis

The Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act of 2023 (HR 1606) aims to enhance support for veteran entrepreneurs by establishing a comprehensive training program designed to equip them with essential business skills. The bill seeks to improve access to entrepreneurship resources for veterans, particularly those who are transitioning from military to civilian life.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide funding for organizations that offer entrepreneurship training specifically tailored for veterans. The program will prioritize training that covers critical areas such as business planning, financial management, marketing, and operational strategies.

The legislation authorizes appropriations to support these grants, although specific funding levels are not detailed in the text. Eligible organizations may include nonprofit entities, educational institutions, and veteran service organizations that demonstrate a capacity to deliver effective training programs.

The primary beneficiaries of this legislation are veterans, including those with service-connected disabilities, who seek to start or expand their own businesses. By providing targeted training and resources, the bill aims to reduce barriers to entrepreneurship faced by veterans and promote economic self-sufficiency.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the SBA and other federal agencies, as well as private sector partners, to enhance the effectiveness of the training programs.

As of the latest action, HR 1606 has been received in the Senate, where it has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship for further consideration. The timeline for further action remains uncertain, pending committee review and potential amendments. If enacted, this legislation could significantly impact the entrepreneurial landscape for veterans by fostering a supportive environment for their business endeavors.

Yea (407)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Yea

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • Yea

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • Yea

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • Yea

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • Yea

K
Ken Buck

CO • R • Yea

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Yea

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • Yea

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • Yea

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • Yea

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • Yea

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • Yea

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • Yea

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • Yea

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Yea

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • Yea

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • Yea

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • Yea

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • Yea

J
John Duarte

CA • R • Yea

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • Yea

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • Yea

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • Yea

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • Yea

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • Yea

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • Yea

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Yea

B
Bob Good

VA • R • Yea

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Yea

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Yea

M
Mark Green

TN • R • Yea

B
Brian Higgins

NY • D • Yea

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Yea

B
Bill Johnson

OH • R • Yea

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • Yea

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Yea

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Yea

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Yea

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Yea

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • Yea

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Yea

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • Yea

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • Yea

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • Yea

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Yea

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Yea

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • Yea

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • Yea

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • Yea

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • Yea

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Yea

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Yea

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Yea

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Yea

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Yea

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • Yea

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Yea

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • Yea

G
George Santos

NY • R • Yea

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • Yea

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • Yea

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Yea

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Yea

C
Chris Stewart

UT • R • Yea

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • Yea

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • Yea

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • Yea

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Yea

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • Yea

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Yea

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Yea

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Yea

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Yea

Not Voting (26)

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Not Voting

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Not Voting

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Not Voting

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Not Voting

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Not Voting

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • Not Voting

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • Not Voting

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • Not Voting

D
David Trone

MD • D • Not Voting