On September 30, President Biden signed the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Extension Act of 2022, reauthorizing the SBIR and STTR programs through September 30, 2025.

The reauthorization brings about some long sought-after changes to address alleged “SBIR mills.” It also introduces a due diligence program assessing security risks and clawback provisions related to national security risks.

On December 12, join us as we discuss the highlights of the reauthorization package and the potential impact of the national security-related provisions.

Click here to register.

Who Should Attend?

  • In-house legal counsel.
  • Compliance officers.
  • C-level executives, consultants and principals.

Questions?

Submit questions for presenters upon registration or email them to Brandy Bea.

Accreditation

Tennessee CLE
This program is approved for one hour General Tennessee CLE credit. Please provide your BPR number upon registration in order for Bass, Berry & Sims to report your participation to the Tennessee CLE Commission following the conference.

Other State CLE 
Bass, Berry & Sims does not seek direct accreditation from states outside of Tennessee, but some states allow attorneys to earn credit through reciprocity or self-submission. Certificates of completion and other common supporting documents will be provided for use in jurisdictions outside of Tennessee.

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