Published Dec 27, 2023

What happens if I don’t provide a Letter of No Objection?

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Federal regulations require SBA to have assurance from an employee’s (or household member’s) agency before providing SBA assistance to them or their business dealings. If a letter is not provided, SBA is required to find the business ineligible and deny certification.

Who is a household member?

A household member of an employee is:

  • The spouse of the employee

  • The minor children of the employee

  • Any blood relation of the employee who resides in the same place of abode as the employee

    • For any blood relation whole resides in the same place of abode as the employee, the spouse of any such blood relation who also resides in the abode is also considered a blood relation

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