SB 651

Enacts Part 20A, Article 10, GS Chapter 143B. Cites the Part as the "North Carolina Small Business Capital Access Act"". Sets forth five legislative findings; the Part's purpose; and 11 defined terms. Establishes the Office of Small Business Capital Access (Office) within the Department of Commerce (Department) with seven specified duties relating to the administration of the North Carolina Small Business Capital Access Program (Program), including submitting annual reports to the Governor and the NCGA. Provides for appointment of an Office Director by the Secretary of the Department. Sets forth qualifications of the Director. Establishes the 11-member Small Business Capital Access Oversight Board (Board) and charges the Board with providing strategic oversight of the Program as specified, including submitting annual recommendations to the Governor and the NCGA. Provides for Board appointment, terms, and meetings."