Members of Congress are pushing for a reversal of a new rule by the Small Business Administration (SBA) that excludes green card holders from participating in the programs. The lawmakers argue that the policy could restrict access to capital for small businesses across the country. The rule also applies to businesses with non-citizen ownership, even if those owners lawfully reside in the United States. The policy could force owners to restructure their ownerships or seek alternative lending sources. The industries most likely to be affected include restaurants, construction, health care practices, logistics and transportation companies. The change could also shift the course of small-business creation, with advocates arguing that immigrants start businesses at around 80% higher rates than native-born Americans.