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AI for Mainstreet Act

USA119th CongressS-3586| Senate 
| Updated: 1/7/2026
Todd Young

Todd Young

Republican Senator

Indiana

Cosponsors (1)
Maria Cantwell (Democratic)

Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends the Small Business Act to expand the services offered by Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), specifically mandating their involvement in assisting small business concerns with artificial intelligence (AI). It requires SBDCs to help small businesses evaluate and integrate AI into their operations. The assistance provided by SBDCs will encompass offering information, guidance, and training on AI best practices , including its use for planning, protecting data and intellectual property, improving cybersecurity, facilitating regulatory compliance, and enhancing customer trust. SBDCs are also tasked with conducting outreach to small businesses regarding AI adoption and its incorporation into business operations. The legislation defines "artificial intelligence" by referencing the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 and explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized for its implementation.
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Timeline
Jan 7, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Jan 7, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
  • January 7, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 7, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

Commerce

Related Bills

  • HR 119-5764: AI for Main Street Act

AI for Mainstreet Act

USA119th CongressS-3586| Senate 
| Updated: 1/7/2026
This bill amends the Small Business Act to expand the services offered by Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), specifically mandating their involvement in assisting small business concerns with artificial intelligence (AI). It requires SBDCs to help small businesses evaluate and integrate AI into their operations. The assistance provided by SBDCs will encompass offering information, guidance, and training on AI best practices , including its use for planning, protecting data and intellectual property, improving cybersecurity, facilitating regulatory compliance, and enhancing customer trust. SBDCs are also tasked with conducting outreach to small businesses regarding AI adoption and its incorporation into business operations. The legislation defines "artificial intelligence" by referencing the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 and explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized for its implementation.
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Timeline
Jan 7, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Jan 7, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
  • January 7, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 7, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Todd Young

Todd Young

Republican Senator

Indiana

Cosponsors (1)
Maria Cantwell (Democratic)

Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee

Commerce

Related Bills

  • HR 119-5764: AI for Main Street Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted