Ernst's bipartisan legislation comes as the Small Business Administration has downsized events for veteran business owners.

From air travel to food assistance to small business loans, Georgians are feeling the effects of the extended federal government shutdown.

"Until Senate Democrats reverse course, our veteran-owned small businesses and service members will continue to feel the pain of the federal shutdown,” said SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler.

The majority of SBA's FY25 disaster loans were approved after President Trump took office, reflecting the Administration's rapid mobilization to deliver relief where it's needed most. Since January 20 ...