Small Business Administration
32 days left to commentSmall Business Size Standards
Proposed RulePublished August 20, 2026Comments close September 21, 2026
Comment deadline
September 21, 2026
Comments submitted through the official docket become part of the federal record. Agencies are required to review and respond to substantive comments.
Summary
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or the Agency) is proposing new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries. The new size standards are designed to better reflect the nature of the markets in which small businesses compete. SBA seeks comments on its proposed changes to size standards.
Document details
Document number2026-17042
Issuing agencySmall Business Administration
PublishedAugust 20, 2026
Comment period closesSeptember 21, 2026
Source: Federal Register · as of Aug 21, 2026