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Reauthorizing and Reforming the Small Business Innovation Research Program Is Essential for U.S. National Security

Congress must swiftly reauthorize and reform the Small Business Innovation Research program to preserve the United States' innovation pipeline, strengthen accountability, and ensure small businesses continue driving solutions critical to U.S. national security.

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Putting the Industrial Base on a Wartime Footing

Putting the industrial base on a wartime footing will require strong leadership and consistent funding, with an investment in readiness for day one of any conflict, and the ability to maintain, repair, and replace the capabilities needed to prevail in any future fight.

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Reauthorizing and Reforming the Small Business Innovation Research Program Is Essential for U.S. National Security

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Reauthorizing and Reforming the Small Business Innovation Research Program Is Essential for U.S. National Security

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Who Controls the Wrench: The Debate Over the “Right to Repair”

What to Expect from Secretary Hegseth’s November 7 Speech on the Arsenal of Freedom

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How Does the Government Shutdown Impact the U.S. Industrial Base?

Reauthorizing and Reforming the Small Business Innovation Research Program Is Essential for U.S. National Security

Reauthorizing and Reforming the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program: Keynote Panel

How the United States Can Overcome Icebreaker Construction Woes and Grow the Maritime Industrial Base

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