Number: RS22703
Title: Small Business Administration Programs for Women, Minorities, and Veterans
Authors: N. Eric Weiss, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) encourages small business owners and those who want to start small businesses through technical support and guaranteeing private sector loans. Most programs are available to all who seek help, but some are targeted to specific groups such as women, minorities, and veterans. This report provides a summary of these SBA programs. The SBA website, [http://www.sba.gov], has additional information. Mention is made of programs for women, minorities, and veterans in other federal agencies.
Pages: 4
Date: August 7, 2007