IL - Many small and local businesses were devastated by the pandemic but only 20% of applicants received Illinois Business Interruption Grants. Watch coverage of SBAC President Elliot Richardson testifying before the Illinois Senate Commerce Commission about the need for an improved and more inclusive process in the future.
The SBAC is Fighting to Help the Small Business Community Recover from the Pandemic and Thrive
ADVOCACY The SBAC is fighting to help the small business community recover from the pandemic and thrive. Learn about our legislative agenda here: Please translate this page to the language of your…
ACTION CALL: Big Legislation for Small Businesses
Big Legislation for Small Businesses President Biden has signed The American Rescue Plan Act (H.R. 1319) into law. Accordingly, the State of Illinois is expected to receive over 7.5 billion in funds to…
The SBAC Supports Relief For Chicago Small Businesses Through Reimbursement of Liquor License Fees
The SBAC supports a proposed Chicago ordinance which will reimburse small businesses a portion of the liquor license fees they paid because they could not use their license during pandemic related shutdowns. This…
PRESS RELEASE: BIG Legislation for Small Businesses
Illinois Small Business Advocates Call For Funding and an Improved Business Interruption Grant Program Illinois small businesses are fighting to recover from the pandemic. However, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity reports…
