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OpEd: Crains Chicago Business

February 08, 2022 11:34 AM

Illinois politicians should engage those leading the fight against homelessness and also engage small-business advocates to explore how to prepare homeless individuals for a return to the workforce. ​​​​​​​

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Legislation Focused on Reducing Health Insurance Premiums of Small Businesses

By growthzone | April 10, 2023

View and Download the SBAC FACT SHEET Legislation Focused on Reducing Health Insurance Premiums of Small Businesses Passes! Governor Pritzker signed legislation focused on protecting small businesses from excessive premium increases and increasing transparency so that consumers can understand the cost drivers of health insurance. This legislation will apply to health insurance plans beginning in…

SBAC Legislative Agenda 2023

By growthzone | March 4, 2023

2023 SBAC Lobby Day in Springfield SBAC Legislative Agenda 2023 The Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) is laser-focused on formulating and fighting to pass policies that support small businesses and local communities. The SBAC’s 2023 agenda includes legislation that will support small businesses struggling to hire and retain employees and stabilize the costs of health…

Procurement Bidding Reform

By growthzone | February 28, 2023

View and Download the SBAC FACT SHEET Legislation Focused on State Procurement Contracts Passes! The Illinois General Assembly passed legislation focused on helping small businesses receive their fair share of state procurement contracts. This legislation is important for job creation and the success of the state’s small businesses. This legislation will: Require the chief procurement…

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