H.R. 5778, Improving SBA Engagement on Employee Ownership Act Cost Estimate

The Congressional Budget Office released its cost estimate for H.R. 5778, the Improving SBA Engagement on Employee Ownership Act, determining the legislation would have zero cost impact to the federal government. The bill was reported by the House Committee on Small Business on December 17, 2025, and addresses how the SBA engages with employee-owned businesses.

Affected parties—including small businesses, employee-owned enterprises, and organizations facilitating employee ownership transitions—should monitor this legislation as it moves through the 119th Congress. While this CBO estimate indicates no direct cost to taxpayers, the bill may create new SBA programs or reporting requirements for employee ownership initiatives if enacted.