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Small Business Administration
Every story about Small Business Administration, updated as news breaks.
What to know
- The SBA rule now demands all ownership be held by U.S. citizens or nationals for loan eligibility. Feb 4
- Green card holders are excluded from applying for SBA’s 7(a) and 504 loan programs. Feb 4
- The SBA will no longer guarantee loans for businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders, effective March 1, 2026. Feb 4
- New rules require 100% of direct and indirect business ownership to be held by U.S. citizens or nationals to qualify for programs like 7(a) and 504 loans. Feb 4
- The Education Department resumed applications for income‑driven repayment plans after a court halted the SAVE plan. Apr 21
Timeline
- Feb 4, 2026
- Feb 4, 2026
- Apr 21, 2025


