### Question
How does SMALL BUSINESS INVESTMENT PROGRAM define operational assistance?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 690*, **operational assistance** is defined as:

> management, marketing, and other technical assistance that assists a small business concern with business development

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 690*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 14B-SMALL BUSINESS INVESTMENT PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER III-INVESTMENT DIVISION PROGRAMS > Part C-Renewable Fuel Capital Investment Pilot Program**

