S. 2639: Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2025

The Military Spouse Entrepreneurship Act of 2025 aims to support military spouses in starting and running small businesses. The bill proposes the establishment of a program administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to offer various forms of assistance to military spouses. Below are the key components of the bill:

Program Establishment

The Administrator of the SBA is required to create a new program devoted to helping military spouses form, operate, and grow small businesses. This program can also utilize existing programs if they are modified to meet the specific needs of military spouses.

Types of Assistance

The program will provide several types of assistance, including:

• Business Formation Guidance: Military spouses will receive help in understanding the requirements needed to establish and run a small business, particularly when relocating due to military assignments.
• Skills Development: Assistance aimed at improving necessary skills and expertise will be provided, which focuses on the unique challenges faced by military spouses, such as frequent moves and military-related absences from the workforce.
• Partnerships and Mentorship: The program will facilitate partnerships with organizations that support military spouse entrepreneurship, including provisions for mentorship opportunities.
• Additional Support: Any other forms of assistance deemed appropriate by the Administrator may also be included in the program.

Survey and Reporting

The bill mandates the SBA to conduct a survey in collaboration with nonprofit organizations and other stakeholders. The purpose of this survey is to:

• Identify barriers that military spouses face in starting and growing small businesses, influenced by their lifestyle.
• An analysis of challenges in accessing funding and other resources is required.

The results of this survey must be reported to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment.

Implementation Considerations

The Administrator must take into account the survey results when rolling out the program. Additionally, there is a requirement to create an outreach effort to raise awareness about the program among military spouses.

Consultation with Defense Authorities

The bill allows the SBA Administrator to consult with the Secretary of Defense as necessary to ensure the effective implementation of the program.

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