Reauthorizes the regional innovation program under the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980.

The Build to Scale Reauthorization Act of 2026 amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 to reauthorize the regional innovation program. It authorizes $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030. The bill also modifies the funding structure, allowing for a federal cost share of up to 90 percent, with additional amounts based on the relative needs of the area. It expands the definition of "venture development organization" to include entities that increase access to capital for innovation-based business ventures.

Reauthorizes the regional innovation program under the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980.

The Build to Scale Reauthorization Act of 2026 amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 to reauthorize the regional innovation program. It authorizes $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030. The bill also modifies the funding structure, allowing for a federal cost share of up to 90 percent, with additional amounts based on the relative needs of the area. It expands the definition of "venture development organization" to include entities that increase access to capital for innovation-based business ventures.