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Policymakers should adopt an economic strategy focused on local businesses and communitiesNov 8, 2021 2:00 AM - Providing tax incentives to large companies can put small businesses at a disadvantage and often results in government employees picking winners and losers.
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Crucial time for politicians to grow the workforce and support small businessesOct 12, 2021 2:14 PM - We have heard this story too often. Restaurant owners cannot find employees to serve their patrons. Manufacturing companies remain hampered by a lack of qualified candidates. It seems small businesses across Illinois are struggling to find employees. Often times, this is impacting the same small businesses that were devastated by the pandemic.
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Policymakers can grow Illinois workforce and tax base by passing occupational licensing reformsSep 8, 2021 1:30 PM - Illinois policymakers can support small businesses, create jobs and empower entrepreneurs by guarding against the imposition of unnecessary red tape through new occupational licenses. Legislation has already been filed which, if passed, will establish a process to investigate and review whether new occupational and professional licenses are necessary.
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The Delta variant and the small business communityAug 16, 2021 12:43 PM - Policymakers must be ready to support the small business community should the new surge threaten the viability of small businesses.
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Your ideas can have a big impact on small businessJul 15, 2021 12:56 PM - The resurgence of Illinois' economy will strongly correlate to the recovery of the small business community.
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Are Illinois politicians supporting small businesses? The Verdict is outJun 14, 2021 1:26 PM - Can lessons learned from the BIG program can increase the impact the Back to Business grant program will have on struggling businesses?
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Policies for a post-pandemic economy
May 17, 2021 1:28 PM - One of the most important things politicians can do as we emerge from this pandemic is support commercial property owners. -
It's crunchtime in Springfield for small business
Apr 19, 2021 1:59 PM - The small business community will be watching Illinois politicians closely over the next two months to see whether they prioritize policies that will foster the recovery of small businesses. -
Coalitions give small businesses a big voice
Mar 17, 2021 3:04 PM - Illinois small business owners, their employees, families and supporters can gain the support of policymakers by collaborating, forming coalitions and working together. -
Crucial time for policymakers to support entrepreneursFeb 16, 2021 10:37 AM - The Small Business Advisory Council is advocating for occupational licensing reform. This will open the door for entrepreneurs committed to starting a business in a wide array of professions.
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