The Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 amends the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005. Key changes include the requirement for businesses applying for certification as local business enterprises to be independently owned and operated, as defined in the new legal language. Additionally, the bill revises the performance requirements for certified business enterprises in joint ventures, stipulating that each enterprise must perform a percentage of work equal to its ownership interest, while maintaining a minimum of 35% subcontracting with certified businesses.

The bill also establishes uniform procedures for handling complaints and enforcement actions. It introduces definitions for formal and informal complaints, and outlines the process for filing and investigating these complaints. The Department is tasked with maintaining a record of formal complaints and must provide a notice of determination before imposing penalties or revoking certifications. Furthermore, the act allows for summary suspensions in cases where violations pose imminent danger to public health or safety, ensuring that businesses have the right to a hearing following such actions.