SBA Loan News
Official news from the U.S. Small Business Administration — updated daily.
SBA Press Releases
SBA Announces $18 Million in Awards to Small Businesses in Critical Suppliers Competition
SBA Referral Leads IRS to Investigate Tax Liabilities Related To Potentially $100 Billion in COVID Loan Fraud
SBA OIG Launches Operation NO DOZE to Target PPP and COVID EIDL Fraud
SBA OIG Launches Operation NO DOZE to Target PPP and COVID EIDL Fraud
SBA Announces Suspensions for 870,000 U.S. Borrowers Tied to $39 Billion In Suspected Pandemic Fraud
SBA Announces Suspensions for 870,000 U.S. Borrowers Tied to $39 Billion In Suspected Pandemic Fraud
AMC-0196 HATTIESBURG RCAG FACILITY REPAIR AND REINFORCEMENT Public Announcement
White House and SBA Announce Landmark Investments in Vital Small Businesses and Start ...
SBA Recognizes Innovative CHOICE Arrangements as Major Win for Small Businesses
SBA Unveils All Star Lineup for Million Dollar Pitch Competition | U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA Disaster Loan Updates
Municipalities in region qualify for disaster relief funding; SBA, DRAP available for residents in Clinton, Centre following early September flash floods, storms
Businesses in Northern MN drought disaster zone offered fed loan assistance
SBA disaster relief assistance available
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Indiana Businesses, Nonprofits and Residents
Gov. Abbott announces expanded loan aid for South-Central Texas storm victims
Gov. Abbott announces expanded loan aid for South-Central Texas storm victims
Gov. Abbott announces expanded loan aid for South-Central Texas storm victims
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Indiana Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
SBA Disaster Loan Limits Lag Behind Rising Costs
Gov. Pritzker Announces Additional Relief for Illinois Farmers Impacted by March 2026 Storms
SBA offers relief to Idaho businesses, private nonprofits and residents affected by adverse weather
SBA disaster loans aren't just for businesses — flooded homeowners and renters can apply too
SBA Advocacy Updates
EPA Proposes to Revise Heavy Duty Engine Rules and End DEF Deratements
What: On July 14, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed multiple revisions to heavy-duty engine regulations, including eliminating deratements (engine slowdowns) caused by diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system failures. Why: In January 2023, the EPA issued air pollution regulations for heavy-duty engines and vehicles, such as trucks, farm equipment, and construction vehicles. The […]
EPA Requests Information on Possible Coal Ash Disposal General Permit Program
What: On July 14, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requested information on the possibility of a general permit program for coal combustion residual (CCR) disposal facilities that are waiting for individual federal or state permits. Why: On April 13, 2026, the EPA proposed a rule to establish new compliance pathways for CCR disposal […]
FWS, NOAA Rescind the Endangered Species Act’s Definition of “Harm”
What: On July 14, 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) published a final rule rescinding the definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Why: The prior definition of “harm” used by the FWS and the NMFS extended both to actions that kill or injure […]
Advocacy Submits Comment Letter to OMB on Federal Financial Assistance Rule
On Monday, July 13, 2026, the Office of Advocacy submitted a supportive comment letter to OMB on their proposed rule revising federal financial assistance guidance, arguing that it will improve clarity, consistency, transparency, and reduce burden across federal grant programs. The comment letter responds to OMB’s May 29, 2026, proposed rule, “Regulation for Federal Financial […]
Advocacy Supports SBA’s Proposed Reforms to Remove SBA’s 8(a) Program’s Rebuttable Presumption of Social Disadvantage
On Monday, July 13, 2026, the Office of Advocacy wrote a supportive comment letter to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on its proposed rule to remove the rebuttable presumption of social disadvantage for individually owned firms in the 8(a) Business Development Program and replace it with a fact-based, race-neutral standard for proving social disadvantage. […]
Advocacy Supports BLM Changes to Grazing Regulations
On May 12, 2026, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) published a proposed rule titled “Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska.” Advocacy works closely with federal agencies to ensure the voice of small businesses is heard during the regulatory reform process. On June 30, 2026, Advocacy held a small business roundtable to […]
Small Business Labor Safety Roundtable – July 17, 2026
The Office of Advocacy is hosting a Small Business Labor Safety Roundtable to discuss the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s December 2024 updated Memorandum of Understanding outlining how the agencies will coordinate implementation and enforcement activities related to chemical risks under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The roundtable details […]
CFPB Requests Information on Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit
What: On July 9, 2026, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding potential regulatory changes that may reduce regulatory burdens and promote access to mortgage credit. The RFI asks the public to identify regulatory provisions that may be increasing costs, slowing mortgage origination, or otherwise making it harder for creditworthy […]
EPA Proposes to Revise Public Participation Rules for Minor Air Quality Decisions.
What: On July 7, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed revisions to public participation requirements for minor Clean Air Act (CAA) rules. Why: The CAA requires each state to submit a plan to the EPA outlining how it will meet federal standards. As part of that plan, there must be a New Source […]
CMS Proposes Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update
What: On July 6, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a rule to update the Medicare home health payment rates in accordance with existing statutory and regulatory requirements. Why: The proposed rule includes a range of discussions and considerations, including various changes related to durable medical equipment requirements and a request for […]
CMS Proposes Changes to Hospital Outpatient Payment System, Ambulatory Surgical Center Policy, and Payment Rates
What: On July 7, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a rule to revise the Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and the Medicare Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) payment system for 2027. The proposal would also update the requirements for the Hospital Outpatient Quality Reporting Program and the Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality […]
International Trade Roundtable – July 22, 2026
The Office of Advocacy is hosting a virtual roundtable on international trade, focusing on the USTR’s request for comments on the scope and operation of a mechanism to promote reciprocal managed trade with China. The roundtable details are as follows: Date: July 22, 2026Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ETMeeting Platform: Microsoft Teams Your feedback will help guide […]