Federal Register #2026-14781

SBA Requests Public Comments on Extension or Revision of Information Collections for SBIC Program

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking public comments on its intent to extend or revise information collections for the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - OEMs and Vendors: - SBA is the only entity mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are involved - Products/Services Requested: - No products or commercial services are being procured - Request for public feedback on the following information collections: - Size Status Declaration (Form 480) - Portfolio Financing Report (Form 1031) - Financial statements required from SBICs - Unique or Notable Requirements: - SBA seeks input on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements to these administrative data collections - The collections are used to certify small business size status, evaluate SBIC financing activities, and monitor regulatory compliance - This is a request for information and public comment, not a procurement of goods or services

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 the Size Status Declaration (Form 480), Portfolio Financing Report (Form 1031), and financial statements required from Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs). These collections are used to certify small business size status, evaluate SBIC financing activities, and monitor regulatory compliance. The SBA invites public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve these collections. Comments are due by September 21, 2026.

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