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SBA is possibly ramping up manufacturing support with a new advisory committee

By: Mark Skinner

The U.S. Small Business Administration posted a notice in the June 9, 2025, Federal Register of SBA’s intent to establish a Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee to “provide strategic guidance, advice, and recommendations to the U.S. government and relevant stakeholders on matters related to growth, supply chain resilience, and innovation of small manufacturing businesses across the country. The committee will act as the collaborative body to ensure the sector's needs, challenges, and opportunities are addressed. The committee's mission over the next two years will focus on supporting economic growth, job creation, on-shoring of critical manufacturing capabilities, and global competitiveness.”

Adrienne Johnson, committee management officer in the Office of the Administrator, is listed as the SBA contact for those seeking more information. (202) 205-6685 or FACA@sba.gov.