Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act

# Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act (S 1093) **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish a coordinated federal program to support small businesses in rural areas. The legislation would direct federal agencies to work together to provide better access to resources, funding, and assistance for rural entrepreneurs and small business owners. It also requires the government to study rural small business challenges and develop strategies to address them. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily targets small business owners and entrepreneurs in rural communities across the United States.

It could also benefit rural economies and communities that depend on small business growth for job creation and economic development. **Current Status:** As of now, S 1093 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH).