SBAC on the Move: Advocating for the Small Business Community
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE SBAC on the Move: Advocating for the Small Business Community At the SBAC, we’re committed to ensuring that small businesses have a seat at the table regarding policymaking. Over the last few months, the SBAC has heavily engaged with policymakers and community leaders to advocate for small businesses. From forums to roundtables,…
Third Fair Chance Cohort
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Calling all employers: Third Fair Chance Hiring Cohort launching in Winter 2025! Join the Fair Chance movement and a growing network of business leaders that recognize the benefit of hiring justice-impacted individuals. What we do: We work with companies to hire, retain, and advance justice-impacted talent (who represent 1 in 3 working-age Americans). We get to…
Breaking Barriers: How Tax Incentives Empower Employers to Hire Reentry Populations and Transform Communities
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Breaking Barriers: How Tax Incentives Empower Employers to Hire Reentry Populations and Transform Communities “The passage of the $1,500-$7500 tax incentive for employers to help subsidize hiring people from reentry populations is a great way to help integrate people who are highly motivated populations excited to get their lives back on track…
Chicago Small Business Package: Eliminate Barriers & Streamline Processes
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Find and Contact Your Elected Officials HERE! Fact Sheets & Resources Expand Download Quick Fact Sheet Download PDF Fact Sheet in Spanish Fact Sheet in Polish Fact Sheet in Arabic Fact Sheet in Chinese Fact Sheet in Vietnamese Endorsed By: Alderman Anthony Beale Alderman Felix Cardona Alderman Peter Chico Alderman Angela Clay…
Saul Ewing: Key Employment Law Changes and Regulatory Developments
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE We’re excited to share some insightful articles from our valued partner, Saul Ewing LLP, that cover important developments in employment law and regulatory updates. These resources provide valuable information for our SBAC members and are a great way to stay informed about recent legal changes and their potential impact on your business.…
Don’t Miss the Legislative Panel on September 26th
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE The Small Business Advocacy Council and NAWBO Chicago are hosting a special Legislative Panel Discussion on Thursday, September 26th, at 8:30 AM, at Hera Hub Chicago (405 W Superior Street, Room 200C). Our engaging panel will feature prominent state legislators, including State Representative Robyn Gabel, State Senator John Curran, and State Senator…
Small Business Financing Transparency Act
SBAC INITIATIVES PAGE Small Business Financing Transparency Act Find and Contact Your Elected Officials HERE! Resources & Fact Sheets Expand Download Quick Fact Sheet Download One-pager View House Bill Language View Senate Bill Language
Employee Ownership Act
SBAC INITIATIVES PAGE Employee Ownership Act Find and Contact Your Elected Officials HERE! Resources & Fact Sheets Expand Download Quick Fact Sheet Download One-Pager Employee Ownership 101 Employee Ownership Types In The News Expand The Big Benefits of Employee Ownership Building Public Support for Employee Ownership: Lessons from Colorado
Child Tax Credit
SBAC INITIATIVES PAGE Child Tax Credit Find and Contact Your Elected Officials HERE! View an op-ed on the Child Tax Credit by Minna Pomeroy, Leverage People, and Leslee Cohen, All Rise Legal Counsel HERE! Resources & Fact Sheets Expand Download Quick Fact Sheet Download One-Pager View House Bill Language View Senate Bill Language
Economic Incentives for Small Businesses
SBAC INITIATIVES PAGE Economic Incentives for Small Businesses Find and Contact Your Elected Officials HERE! Resources & Fact Sheets Expand Download Quick Fact Sheet Download One-Pager View House Bill Language View Senate Bill Language In The News Expand Illinois should focus on helping small businesses, not giveaways to major corporations Making economic incentives available to…