Dear Small Business Advocates,
We understand that the Delta variant is causing increasing concern and uncertainty for the small business community. Rest assured, we will continue fighting for policies that proactively address the challenges presented by the resurgence of the pandemic.
Click on the link below to read more on our work on:
- Back to Business Grant Program
- Small Business Package and the Illinois Senate
- A Win for Chicago Small Businesses
Thank you to all the participants at the 2023 SBAC Golf Outing!
THANK YOU for attending our 2023 SBAC Golf Outing on June 6th! Thank you to everyone who came out to The Preserve on June 6, 2023 to play golf and celebrate the SBAC! We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did, and hopefully it was a fun way to kick off the…
SBAC Advocacy Update: Health Insurance, Government Contracts & Outdoor Dining
Illinois legislators concluded their regular session. We are excited to report there were some big wins for the small business community! Health Insurance Many small businesses are struggling to afford the cost of health insurance. The Illinois General Assembly passed legislation focused on protecting small businesses from excessive premium increases and enhancing transparency so that…
City Council Expands Outdoor Dining in Chicago!
Chicago’s City Council passed an ordinance that reinstates policies that expand outdoor dining in Chicago. This ordinance will permit restaurants and taverns to serve customers near the curb, on the sidewalks of adjacent buildings, and in parking areas in proper situations. The ordinance also permits street closures to support local restaurants and taverns should various…
