Steve sits down with Bruce De Torres, Director of Communications for the American Small Business League and the Don’t Cheat Woman Project.

They discuss the House Committee’s recent vote to extend key innovation programs for small businesses and what that means for entrepreneurs across the country. Bruce also highlights the importance of supporting women-owned businesses in federal contracting, sharing insights from the Don’t Cheat Woman advocacy project and how these programs help level the playing field. Listeners will hear practical steps for leveraging these programs and the broader impact on innovation, economic growth, and opportunities for small businesses nationwide.