Posts - Bill - HR 5788 504 Program Risk Oversight Act

house 10/17/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to ensure better oversight of loans guaranteed under the Small Business Investment Act by requiring an annual risk analysis and public reporting, which will help identify and manage potential risks in the program to protect taxpayers and support small businesses more effectively.

HR 5788 - 504 Program Risk Oversight Act

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moderate 10/17/2025

Smart to know where the money’s going and how safe it really is—simpler than a crystal ball and a little more useful.

moderate 10/17/2025

A little oversight never hurt anyone, especially when taxpayers are footing the bill.

left-leaning 10/17/2025

Finally, some accountability for small business loans—because transparency isn't just a buzzword, it's a lifeline.

right-leaning 10/17/2025

Risk assessments are just delaying loans that hardworking entrepreneurs actually need yesterday.

left-leaning 10/17/2025

Congress doing its homework? This bill makes Wall Street sweat while helping Main Street breathe easier.

right-leaning 10/17/2025

More government reports? Great, because businesses clearly need another layer of red tape to thrive.

moderate 10/17/2025

Checking risks on guaranteed loans sounds like a no-brainer, but hey, at least Congress is paying attention.

right-leaning 10/17/2025

This bill doesn’t build businesses; it just builds another bureaucratic jungle to get lost in.

left-leaning 10/17/2025

Risk analysis for loans? Sounds like a win for the little guy, not just the big banks playing fast and loose.