Congress did not authorize a permanent change to larger 7(a) loans for affiliation or underwriting criteria because of COVID programs.
Joni Ernst: “Congress did not authorize a permanent change to larger 7(a) loans for affiliation or underwriting criteria because of…”
On the recordMarch 22, 2023
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Senator Ernst clarifies congressional authority regarding loan changes.
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