Federal Register #2026-14776

SBA Requests Public Comments on SBIC Program Information Collection Forms

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking public comments on its plan to extend or revise several information collection forms related to the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - Purpose: - Request for public input on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements to three administrative forms used in the SBIC program - Forms referenced: - SBA Form 480: Size Status Declaration - SBA Form 1031: Portfolio Financing Report - SBA Form 468: SBIC Financial Reports - No OEMs, vendors, or commercial products/services are involved - No procurement of goods or services; this is a regulatory notice for feedback on administrative processes - Unique Requirements: - Focus on improving the information collection process for regulatory compliance and program monitoring - Seeks comments from the public and stakeholders on the forms' utility and burden

Description

The Small Business Administration (SBA) announces its intention to request approval for an extension or revision of approved information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collections include SBA Form 480 (Size Status Declaration), Form 1031 (Portfolio Financing Report), and Form 468 (SBIC Financial Reports). These collections are used to certify small business size status, evaluate financing extended to small businesses, and monitor financial condition and regulatory compliance of Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs). The SBA invites public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve these information collections. Comments are due by September 21, 2026.

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