One Stop Shop for Small Business Compliance Act of 2021
Oct 10, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 2203
Became law: Oct 10, 2022
Oct 10, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 2203
Became law: Oct 10, 2022
Summary
Makes a central website with links to government rule guides and contact info to help small businesses follow the law.
What problem does this solve?
Small businesses often struggle to find and understand the many government rules they must follow because the information is spread out. This law solves the problem by creating one main website where all the rule guides are linked, making it easier for businesses to find what they need.
What does this law do?
Creates a central compliance website
Requires the Small Business Ombudsman to create and maintain a public website with links to all federal compliance guides for small businesses.
Provides contact information for assistance
Mandates that the new website must include contact information for a person who can help small businesses understand the rules in each guide.
Who does this affect?
- Small business owners
- Federal regulatory agencies
- Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman
What is the real world impact?
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Simplifies regulatory compliance
Helps small businesses by putting all the necessary federal rule guides in one easy-to-find place. This saves them time and money they would otherwise spend searching for information or hiring experts.
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Increases government accountability
Requires the Ombudsman to report on whether government agencies are actually creating the helpful guides they are supposed to. This puts pressure on agencies to follow the law and support small businesses.
When does this start?
This law sets a specific deadline for the creation of the new website.