A resolution celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments and vital role of women business owners in the United States.
This is a non-binding Senate resolution recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women business owners in the United States. It highlights impressive statistics about women-owned businesses—millions of firms, tens of millions of employees, and trillions of dollars in revenue—and notes strong growth in both the number of women-owned businesses and their share of the total business landscape since 1972. The resolution expresses recognition of their vital role in the economy, commends the entrepreneurial spirit of women business owners, and celebrates women entrepreneurs overall. It does not create or fund new programs, requirements, or laws; rather, it serves as an official statement of the Senate’s support and can help set a public agenda or influence policy discussions. The resolution was introduced in the Senate on March 6, 2025, by a group of senators and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. As a symbolic, non-binding measure, its impact lies mainly in raising awareness and signaling political support for policies that might further support women business owners.
Key Points
- 1Women-owned businesses in the United States number more than 14.5 million and employ over 12.9 million people.
- 2These businesses generate about $3.3 trillion in annual revenue.
- 3The growth of women-owned businesses has been nearly twice the national average.
- 4The share of all U.S. businesses owned by women has risen from 4.6% in 1972 to 39.2% in 2024.
- 5The Senate resolution recognizes the importance of women-owned businesses, commends their entrepreneurial spirit, and celebrates women entrepreneurs, while remaining a non-binding expression of support.