On the recordMarch 16, 2015
The objective of the Small Business Act was not just to get dollars to a few small businesses; it was to ensure maximum participation of the small businesses in the federal procurement system.
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congress.govThe objective of the Small Business Act was not just to get dollars to a few small businesses; it was to ensure maximum participation of the small businesses in the federal procurement system.
Stressing the original intent of the Small Business Act to maximize small business participation.
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