Extended Opportunity for Small Disadvantaged Businesses Act

HR 9509 modifies the eligibility rules for small disadvantaged businesses in the SBA's 8(a) program. It changes the start date for counting the 8(a) participation period to the earlier of when a business first wins an 8(a) contract or two years after its certification. This directly affects current 8(a) participants who haven't yet secured an 8(a) contract, potentially extending their eligibility window. The SBA must issue implementing regulations within six months, with the change taking effect after those rules are finalized.