Small Business Artificial Intelligence Training Act of 2026

This bill mandates the Secretary of Commerce to develop comprehensive training resources for small business concerns across the United States, particularly those in rural, Tribal, or underserved communities, or involved in advanced manufacturing. These resources, to be created through the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership, will focus on the adoption and use of artificial intelligence and other key emerging technologies like quantum-hybrid computing. The training content will address critical business functions such as prompt engineering, financial management, cybersecurity, marketing, and supply chain optimization, aiming to enhance business operations and competitiveness. The Secretary is required to develop these resources within one year and to review and update them annually, coordinating distribution with the Small Business Administration's resource partners for broad accessibility. The bill also authorizes a grants program to support organizations providing AI training to small businesses. Regular reports to Congress are mandated, detailing the program's development, distribution, and measurable outcomes, including its impact on business revenues, sales, and workforces, before the Act's authorities terminate after three years.