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Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act

USA119th CongressHR-8416| House 
| Updated: 4/21/2026
Morgan McGarvey

Morgan McGarvey

Democratic Representative

Kentucky

Cosponsors (1)
Tim Burchett (Republican)

Small Business Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends the Small Business Act to establish a comprehensive entrepreneurship program for individuals formerly incarcerated in federal prisons. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA), in coordination with the Director of the Bureau of Prisons, is mandated to require the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) to provide these services nationwide. The program's goal is to equip these individuals with the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge to identify and pursue small business opportunities. Services include mentoring, workshops, and instructional videos specifically designed for this population, covering topics such as drafting business plans, identifying sources of capital, and connecting with local resources. Participants will receive regular individualized mentoring sessions over a year to support their business development and entrepreneurial growth. Furthermore, the bill requires assistance with identifying local resources and sources of capital, including help with preparing loan applications. SCORE is also tasked with surveying participants to assess their satisfaction with the services. Annually, the SBA Administrator must report to Congress on the program's performance and effectiveness, detailing metrics like the number of individuals mentored, mentorship hours, participant demographics, and survey analysis.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5065
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7273
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9841
Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 21, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5065
    Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7273
    Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9841
    Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • April 21, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 21, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

Commerce

Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act

USA119th CongressHR-8416| House 
| Updated: 4/21/2026
This bill amends the Small Business Act to establish a comprehensive entrepreneurship program for individuals formerly incarcerated in federal prisons. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA), in coordination with the Director of the Bureau of Prisons, is mandated to require the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) to provide these services nationwide. The program's goal is to equip these individuals with the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge to identify and pursue small business opportunities. Services include mentoring, workshops, and instructional videos specifically designed for this population, covering topics such as drafting business plans, identifying sources of capital, and connecting with local resources. Participants will receive regular individualized mentoring sessions over a year to support their business development and entrepreneurial growth. Furthermore, the bill requires assistance with identifying local resources and sources of capital, including help with preparing loan applications. SCORE is also tasked with surveying participants to assess their satisfaction with the services. Annually, the SBA Administrator must report to Congress on the program's performance and effectiveness, detailing metrics like the number of individuals mentored, mentorship hours, participant demographics, and survey analysis.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5065
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7273
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9841
Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 21, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5065
    Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7273
    Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9841
    Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act


  • April 21, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 21, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
Morgan McGarvey

Morgan McGarvey

Democratic Representative

Kentucky

Cosponsors (1)
Tim Burchett (Republican)

Small Business Committee

Commerce

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted