WASHINGTON –Marie C. Johns, a longtime advocate for small businesses, was confirmed by unanimous consent by the U.S. Senate today as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The Small Business Administration announced it will raise the size limit for its 7(a) loans so more than 70,000 additional companies can qualify.

With the confirmation of Karen Mills as Administrator for the Small Business Administration, the agency announces senior appointments.

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate today confirmed by unanimous consent President Barack Obama’s nomination of Karen Gordon Mills as the 23rd Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Acting Administrator Darryl K. Hairston's comments on temporarily raising guarantees and eliminating fees for the 7(a) loan program.