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Important Federal Funding for High-Tech Start-Up’s in Jeopardy

Friday, May 29, 2009

In the upcoming weeks, Congress will consider language that will allow for the reauthorization of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, set to expire on July 31, 2009. As an advocate for Georgia’s high-tech entrepreneurial community, TAG invites you to join us in urging your Senator and Congressman to provide their support for this highly successful and sorely needed program.

With the help of funds allocated through the SBIR program, 264 small Georgia-based companies have received awards totaling $244 million for the advancement of technology development. These companies have also received 638 patents on the technologies they developed — a great win for the companies, the state of Georgia and the federal government!

For 25 years, the SBIR program has helped to fulfill an important need for Georgia’s technology community. Companies funded by SBIR dollars have helped our nation to maintain its competitive edge in a fast-paced global marketplace by providing federal agencies access to emerging and novel technologies.

The House Small Business Subcommittee on Contracting and Technology, chaired by Congressman Glenn Nye (D-VA), is scheduled to meet regarding SBIR reauthorization on Thursday, June 4.

Please take a moment to contact your Senator and Congressman today to voice your support for this important program!