Expand capital access for small manufacturers to bring supply chains home.
Concrete steps taken: the SBA launched the 7(a) Manufacturer’s Access to Revolving Credit program — its first loan program dedicated to small manufacturers — waived most upfront fees for manufacturers in FY2026, and backed the Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act to double 7(a) and 504 loan limits from $5 million to $10 million, which passed the House unanimously. As of August 2026 she was still pitching higher limits, so the increase is not yet law. Counterpoint worth recording: Senate Democrats have formally challenged her and Commerce Secretary Lutnick over simultaneous moves to eliminate the SBA’s Women’s Business Centers and abolish the Minority Business Development Agency, arguing support for small business is being cut even as manufacturing lending expands.
- Official's own officeU.S. Small Business Administration
- Official recordSenate Commerce Committee Democrats
- News reportIndiana Capital Chronicle