Cut the Burden, Keep the Benefits Act | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 6354
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6354Commerce
Cut the Burden, Keep the Benefits Act
INTRO DEC 2· LAST ACTION DEC 2
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because federal rules and actions can sometimes be very complicated or expensive for small businesses and local governments to follow. Without an easy way to give feedback, these smaller entities might struggle, which can lead to job losses, reduced services, or even business closures. This bill aims to give them a direct line to someone in the government whose job it is to advocate for them.
If this bill becomes law, it could help make federal regulations more practical and less burdensome for smaller groups, potentially saving them time and money. If it doesn't pass, small businesses and local governments would continue to rely on existing, less direct channels to express their concerns, which may not be as effective in bringing about change or identifying widespread issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Establishes the 'Cut the Burden, Keep the Benefits Hotline' as an email address, website submission form, or phone number for small entities to report burdensome government actions.
This creates a dedicated and accessible channel for small businesses, organizations, and governments to communicate their regulatory burdens directly to an advocate within the federal government.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Chief Counsel for Advocacy to consider regulatory alternatives for rules that significantly impact small entities, aiming to minimize the burden while still achieving agency goals.
This provision aims to actively seek out and implement less burdensome ways for small entities to comply with federal regulations, potentially reducing costs and administrative overhead.
PROVISION 03
Mandates an annual report to Congress and the SBA Administrator detailing the most frequent government actions reported, their costs and benefits, and actions taken by the Chief Counsel to address these issues.
This ensures transparency and accountability by providing regular public oversight of the reported burdens and the government's efforts to mitigate them.
This bill matters because federal rules and actions can sometimes be very complicated or expensive for small businesses and local governments to follow. Without an easy way to give feedback, these smaller entities might struggle, which can lead to job losses, reduced services, or even business closures. This bill aims to give them a direct line to someone in the government whose job it is to advocate for them.
If this bill becomes law, it could help make federal regulations more practical and less burdensome for smaller groups, potentially saving them time and money. If it doesn't pass, small businesses and local governments would continue to rely on existing, less direct channels to express their concerns, which may not be as effective in bringing about change or identifying widespread issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Establishes the 'Cut the Burden, Keep the Benefits Hotline' as an email address, website submission form, or phone number for small entities to report burdensome government actions.
This creates a dedicated and accessible channel for small businesses, organizations, and governments to communicate their regulatory burdens directly to an advocate within the federal government.
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Requires the Chief Counsel for Advocacy to consider regulatory alternatives for rules that significantly impact small entities, aiming to minimize the burden while still achieving agency goals.
This provision aims to actively seek out and implement less burdensome ways for small entities to comply with federal regulations, potentially reducing costs and administrative overhead.
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Mandates an annual report to Congress and the SBA Administrator detailing the most frequent government actions reported, their costs and benefits, and actions taken by the Chief Counsel to address these issues.
This ensures transparency and accountability by providing regular public oversight of the reported burdens and the government's efforts to mitigate them.
Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment
Establishment and operation of the 'Cut the Burden, Keep the Benefits Hotline' (email address, website form, or phone number)
Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment, and annually thereafter
Submission of the first annual report on Hotline activities to the Administrator of the Small Business Administration and Congress
GLOSSARY
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Chief Counsel for Advocacy
An official within the Small Business Administration whose job is to represent the interests of small businesses and analyze the impact of federal regulations on them.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
A U.S. government agency that supports entrepreneurs and small businesses through various programs, advocacy, and resources.
Government action
Any action taken by the Federal Government, including new rules, executive orders, laws passed by Congress, regulations, and presidential proclamations.
Rule
A regulation or standard issued by a government agency that has the force of law, often specifying how a law passed by Congress will be carried out.
Small business
An independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field and meets specific size standards set by the Small Business Administration, usually based on number of employees or revenue.
Small organization
A non-profit enterprise independently owned and operated, not dominant in its field, and meeting specific size standards established by law or regulation.
Small governmental jurisdiction
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
DEC 2, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
DEC 2, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
