Indy Standard

U.S. Senators Todd Young and Jim Risch have introduced a bill aimed at simplifying the process of federal government contracting for small businesses. The proposed legislation, known as the Simplifying Subcontracting Act, seeks to reduce complexity in subcontracting agreements by mandating the use of straightforward language.

Senator Young emphasized the potential benefits for local businesses, stating, "Our bill will make government subcontracting agreements easier to understand, opening up more opportunities for Hoosier small businesses to compete for these contracts."

The act is concise, consisting of just one page. It aims to make it easier for small businesses and entrepreneurs to engage with federal contracts by eliminating complicated language.

The legislation has garnered support from several other senators. In addition to Young and Risch, Senators Mike Crapo, John Kennedy, and John Hickenlooper have also endorsed the bill.