SB3971Introduced in the Senate
Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act
Introduced by Joni Ernst, District IA
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A bill to extend the SBIR and STTR programs, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Became Public Law No: 119-83.
April 13, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass RC# 89 · March 17, 2026
345
Yes
41
No
45
Absent or Not Voting
431 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Begich | AK | Yes |
| Barry Moore | AL-2 | No |
| Shomari Figures | AL-2 | Yes |
| Mike D. Rogers | AL-3 | Yes |
| Robert Aderholt | AL-4 | Yes |
| Dale Strong | AL-5 | Absent |
| Gary Palmer | AL-6 | Yes |
| Terri Sewell | AL-7 | Yes |
| Eric Crawford | AR-1 | Yes |
| French Hill | AR-2 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S752-756; text: CR S752-756)
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Received in the House.
Held at the desk.
Ms. Van Duyne moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2491-2497; text: CR H2491-2495)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 3971.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2545-2546)
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 345 - 41 (Roll no. 89).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-83.
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