A press conference was held at City Hall to highlight concerns with the PTO ordinance and ask that changes to the ordinance be made. Hear from business owners, community advocates, and local chambers who passionately discussed their concerns and suggested possible improvements to the ordinance below.
Over 30 chambers of commerce and place-based organizations sent a letter to Chicago City Council members asking them to refrain from passing the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave ordinance. You can view the communication that was sent to Alders here.
Procurement Bidding Reform
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…
Transparency Bill for Government Contracts
View and Download the SBAC FACT SHEET Legislation Focused on Small Businesses Seeking State Contracts Passes! The Illinois General Assembly passed legislation focused on important reforms to the bidding procedures for state contracts. Winning a state contract can be a game-changer for a small business. While much attention is focused on luring large businesses to…
14th Annual SBAC Golf Outing RETURNS
It’s that time of year again! Time to start thinking about the… 14th Annual SBAC Golf Outing 2023 Tuesday, June 6, 2023 The Preserve at Oak Meadows We had such a great turn out last year and made so many fantastic memories with you all (check out pics from last year to the…
