WATCH: Congressman Brad Schneider from Illinois' 10th district, Bo Steiner from the Small Business Administration, and Elliot Richardson President of the SBAC spend one hour answering questions about the second round of PPP relief. The SBAC is grateful to have had the chance to participate in this webinar on PPP Funding for Businesses and Non-Profits. Please use this webinar to get the answers you and your small business need to navigate the latest round of pandemic relief.
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Procurement Bidding Reform Passes both the Illinois House and Senate!
Read S.B. 2192 SB 2192 FACT SHEET Increasing Access to Government Contracts for Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Businesses SB 2192 View the Press Release on SB 2192 The SBAC is excited to announce legislation that will increase access to government contracts for small, minority, and women-owned businesses has passed both the Illinois House and Senate!…
Reduce Recidivism and Grow the Workforce
HB 3418 FACT SHEET HB 3418 Hoja de Hechos Read H.B. 3418 Labor shortage requires unconventional hiring… Expand JPMorgan says labor shortage requires unconventional hiring, including people with criminal records PUBLISHED THU, MAR 10 20224:53 PM EST How hiring individuals with criminal records can benefit workforce… Expand How hiring individuals with criminal records can benefit…
Comprehensive Licensing Information to Minimize Barriers Legislation
Occupational licensing requirements, intended to protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare, now affect over 400 professions in Illinois. These requirements make it difficult for anyone wanting a new profession or moving to Illinois who needs a license to continue in their current profession. These requirements also make it harder for businesses to fill open…