Governor Pritzker Signs HB 2296 into Law!
Small businesses have been crushed by the escalating costs of health insurance. The SBAC championed legislation focused on reducing premiums for small businesses and increasing transparency so policymakers and the public can better understand what drives the costs of health insurance. Governor Pritzker signed this legislation into law. Hear SBAC President Elliot Richardson’s comments about the legislation below and learn more about the bill here.
Proposed Ordinance Supports Outdoor Dining
Proposed Ordinance Supports Outdoor Dining Chicagoans love to eat outdoors, and a proposed ordinance can support the restaurants that make it happen. The Chicago City Council’s Committee on License & Consumer Protection has advanced an ordinance that will offer two-year sidewalk café permits to reduce red tape for restaurants. It will also allow establishments to…
Job Creation Tax Credit Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee
Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee The small business community scored a big win when the Small Business Job Creation Tax Credit Act advanced out of the House Revenue and Finance Committee. This legislation will support small businesses by establishing $2500.00 tax credits for businesses with 50 or fewer employees that hire…
Supporting Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) Programs to Drive Economic Growth
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Supporting Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) Programs to Drive Economic Growth To: Illinois Legislators From: Small Business Advocacy Council Date: March 10th 2025 Subject: Supporting Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) Programs to Drive Economic Growth Introduction Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) programs have proven to be a valuable tool in supporting unemployed individuals who seek to establish their own…
