S. 141 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to improve the calculation of the Federal subsidy rate with respect to certain small business loans, and for other purposes.
S. 141 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jan 10, 2003, sponsored by Olympia J. Snowe with 10 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 10, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 10
- Policy area
- Commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 108-8
What it does
Authorizes the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in calculating the Federal cost for guaranteeing small business loans under the Small Business Act during FY 2003, to use the most recently approved subsidy cost model and methodology in conjunction with the program and economic assumptions, and historical data included in the FY 2003 budget.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Olympia J. Snowe (R-ME). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 10, 2003
- Passed the SenateJan 10, 2003
- Passed the HouseFeb 11, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 14, 2003
- Became lawFeb 25, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-8. (Feb 25, 2003)
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Committees
- Small Business Committee
- Budget Committee
More
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