AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jun 17, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 12, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The Small Business Administration must submit annual reports on its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Each report must document benefits and risks posed by the SBA's AI and machine learning applications
- Reports must include measures the SBA can take to identify, evaluate, and manage AI-related benefits and risks
- Reports must explain how the SBA can maintain human involvement in decisions informed by AI or machine learning
- The SBA must brief the House Committee on Small Business and Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship within 30 days of submitting each report
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill establishes a reporting requirement but does not mandate specific AI policies or implementations at the SBA
- No specific effects, timelines, or outcomes from the reporting requirement are documented in the official summary
- The summary does not specify which AI applications are currently in use at the SBA or how many small businesses may be affected
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill passed the House on June 23, 2026 by voice vote under suspension of the rules
- The bill was received in the Senate on June 24, 2026 and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
- The bill was previously reported by the House Committee on Small Business on June 3, 2026
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jun 24, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- Jun 23, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4148)
- Jun 23, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4148)
- Jun 23, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jun 23, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8881.
- Jun 23, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4148-4149)
- Jun 23, 2026 — Mr. Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- Jun 3, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 594.