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HR 5977119th CongressIn Committee
Common Repository for Small Businesses Act
Introduced: Nov 7, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2] (R-Kansas)
Standard Summary
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Bill requiring Defense Department to establish common repository of supplier information to streamline qualification process for small business contractors.
Key Points
- 1Requires Assistant Secretary of Defense to establish supplier information repository within 90 days
- 2Facilitates initial vetting of defense contractors
- 3Coordinates with Office of Small Business Programs
- 4Supports market research, supply chain resiliency, and cybersecurity
- 5Allows public-private partnerships for repository development
- 6Reduces duplicative efforts in supplier qualification
Impact Areas
Department of DefenseSmall business contractorsDefense industrial baseProcurement processesSupply chain security
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