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 positions. Last year, the SBAC and the IJ Clinic championed legislation that created the Comprehensive Licensing Information to Minimize Barriers (CLIMB) task force to study the problem and report back to the General Assembly. We are pleased to report that the CLIMB task force has held several meetings this spring. We look forward to their report this fall. If Illinois' occupational licensing requirements are making it difficult for your business to fill open positions, please share your story with us at emma@sbacil.org
Support The Health Care Consumer And Small Business Affordability And Transparency Act
Read S.B. 1912 SB 1912 FACT SHEET Support The Health Care Consumer And Small Business Affordability And Transparency Act SB 1912 Health insurance premiums have skyrocketed for many small businesses. As a result, business owners are struggling to afford health insurance for themselves and their employees. Action must be taken to address excessive premium increases…
Daily Herald Business Ledger Articles with SBAC President Elliot Richardson
Check out all of SBAC President Elliot Richardson’s Daily Herald Business Ledger articles below 2023 2022 2021 2020 2023 April 30, 2023 The Springfield experience: Lobby Day is our way of making small business voices heard April 2, 2023 The power of nonpartisan advocacy being shown in Springfield this term March 5, 2023 Transparency will…
Relief for Small Businesses
West Side First – Business Start-Up Training for Early-stage Businesses in Illinois: Training programs play a crucial role in supporting aspiring entrepreneurs on their path to success. By providing foundational knowledge, helping navigate legal requirements, facilitating networking opportunities, and enhancing entrepreneurial skills, these programs empower individuals to confidently launch their businesses and establish a legally…
