[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 115 (Thursday, July 11, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H4612]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESS

  (Mr. NICKEL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. NICKEL. Mr. Speaker, we need to level the playing field in North 
Carolina to ensure that underrepresented entrepreneurs have a seat at 
the table.
  That is why I am introducing the Supporting Diverse Entrepreneurs Act 
alongside Congresswoman Alma Adams. This bill will broaden the scope 
and funding for programs that support minority-owned businesses.
  Our bill would expand Minority Business Development Agency business 
centers near historically Black colleges and universities and other 
minority-serving institutions.
  Doing so will help create a network of accessible business resources 
to help young, diverse entrepreneurs thrive.
  I will continue to work with every ounce of my energy to expand 
economic growth and opportunity, increase access to capital, and 
support North Carolina's small business ecosystem.

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