THIS JUST IN! Coleman Broadcasts SBA’s Kimsey’s Congressional Testimony Live Today @ 10 AM Eastern
September 16, 2025
by Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher
THIS JUST IN! Coleman Broadcasts SBA’s Kimsey’s Congressional Testimony Live Today @ 10 AM Eastern
This morning, Associate Administrator Thomas Kimsey testifies before the U.S. House Committee on Small Business to outline the Administration’s reforms that have already reshaped SBA lending programs. He explains that proven underwriting standards have been restored, lender fees reinstated to preserve the zero-subsidy status of the 7(a) program, and stronger fraud-prevention measures implemented. He will emphasize that SBA capital is once again directed toward deserving entrepreneurs—not political or ideological interests—while advancing America First priorities such as reshoring U.S. manufacturing, modernizing systems, and expanding partnerships with lenders nationwide.
Kimsey also highlights early results from these reforms: higher loan volumes, stronger small business confidence, and new opportunities through initiatives like the Make Onshoring Great Again Portal. He reaffirms the SBA’s zero-tolerance stance on fraud and its commitment to ensuring that America’s entrepreneurs can access capital fairly, efficiently, and responsibly.
Coleman will broadcast the hearing live on YouTube, providing real-time coverage of the testimony and discussion.
Five Key Points Kimsey Highlights
- Restored Standards: SBA underwriting standards have been reinstated to protect loan quality and taxpayer dollars.
- Fiscal Safeguards: Lender fees have been brought back to maintain the zero-subsidy status of the 7(a) program.
- Fraud Prevention: New verification measures strengthen oversight and accountability.
- Support for Manufacturing: Expanded loan limits and the Make Onshoring Great Again Portal support U.S. manufacturers and supply chain reshoring.
- Proven Results: Loan approvals and small business optimism are both rising as reforms take effect.