H.R.1606 — Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act of 2023
House Roll Call
H.R.1606
| Bill | H.R.1606 — Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 407 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 26 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 210 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| D | 197 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Not Voting (26)
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
R
Raúl Grijalva
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Alexander Mooney
B
Bill Posey
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Trone
