SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2025

# SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would reauthorize and update the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. These federal programs provide grants and contracts to small businesses and startups to conduct research and development in technology and innovation. The bill would extend these programs' authority and likely modernize their operations, though specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects small businesses, startups, and research institutions that participate in or benefit from SBIR and STTR funding.

Federal agencies that administer these programs would also be impacted. Broader economic effects could include innovation in technology sectors and job creation in small business communities. **Current Status:** HR 3169 was introduced by Representative Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For specific details about what changes the bill proposes, the full text would need to be reviewed, as key provisions are not summarized in this basic information.