SBA Loan News
Official news from the U.S. Small Business Administration — updated daily.
SBA Press Releases
SBA Office of Inspector General Partners with the Department of Justice to Launch the National Fraud Detection Center
SBA Proposes Overhaul to Simplify Small Business Classification and Expand Access to Federal Programs
SBA Announces $9 Million in Grant Funding for the Supply Chain Acceleration and Logistics Enablement (SCALE) Program | U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA Expands Use of Palantir Software to Accelerate Pandemic Fraud Crackdown | U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA Suspends 7,800 Wisconsin Borrowers Connected to $375 Million in Suspected Fraudulent Pandemic-Era Loans
Small Businesses Now Eligible for $10 Million in SBA Financing
SBA Disaster Loan Updates
Disaster relief loans available for small businesses, nonprofits and homeowners affected by July 27 storms, tornadoes
Friday is final day to apply for disaster relief loans
SBA centers open in to help those affected by July storms
SBA Offers Relief to Small Businesses and Nonprofits Impacted by the Pocket Fire
Pearl River County qualifies for SBA Disaster Relief
SBA Disaster Loan assistance – contiguous Michigan counties eligible for EIDL
Governor Newsom secures federal disaster assistance for small businesses impacted by Boyle Heights warehouse fire
Aid coming for Saipan home owners, renters, businesses
Kane County residents and businesses eligible for disaster loan assistance following early July storms
Federal Low-Interest Disaster Loan Assistance Available for Kane County Residents and Businesses Impacted by July 2–4 Storms
2020 Stimulus: Does My Small Business Qualify for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)?
Financial assistance for Philly microburst damage now available, officials say
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 […]