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Daily Herald Business Ledger Articles with SBAC President Elliot Richardson

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Occupational Licensing Reform

By mrevis@sbacil.org | September 14, 2021

Occupational Licensing Reform Occupational licenses are often necessary to protect the safety, health, and welfare of the public. However, when these licenses are revisited by legislators, it is important they have accurate and unbiased information before determining whether and how to maintain such a license. Regulatory Sunset Review – HB5576 This legislation amends the Regulatory…

Illinois policymakers need to allocate rescue plan grants to help struggling businesses.

By patti@sbacil.org | September 13, 2021

The SBAC is advocating to ensure struggling and qualified businesses across Illinois have access to Back to Business grants. This means making sure the grant program is adequately funded. Read Elliot’s article in The State Journal-Register here. Please translate this page to the language of your choice. Supporters Fifth Third Bank Saul Ewing Arnstein Lehr…

Calling for IL Occupational Licensing Reform

By patti@sbacil.org | September 8, 2021

Occupational licenses should protect the health, safety and welfare of the public. Unfortunately, some occupational licenses are unnecessary and burdensome. They create unwarranted barriers for Illinois entrepreneurs and those interested in working in new professions. Needless occupational licenses also keep people from moving to Illinois. Needless occupational licenses, or those which are overly restrictive, also…

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