The SBAC has a unique ability to tap the bipartisan nature of the often hyper-partisan political environment in the Illinois State Capitol. The following items are state level initiatives the SBAC is prioritizing in Springfield.
THE SAFER COMMUNITIES & SMALL BUSINESS ACT
Supporting Small Businesses and Formerly Incarcerated Citizens (HB3215) - A grant program for business owners who hire individuals re-entering the workforce after a period spent in incarceration.
Relief for Local Chambers of Commerce (HB4993) - Local chambers of commerce are vital to the growth of small businesses and local communities, and they are in need of support. This grant program will provide grants for local chambers of commerce with less than 1500 members that can demonstrate a loss of revenue between 2019 and 2020.
Funding for Intrastate Equity Crowdfunding Portal - A portal used to encourage local investment in main street businesses and commercial corridors throughout Illinois.
Child Care Tax Credit (HB5389) - This bill will provide a tax credit for working families that will allow parents struggling to afford childcare to reenter the workforce.
Occupational Licensing Reform - The SBAC is looking to reduce restrictive and burdensome licensing requirements by passing legislation that would permit some entrepreneurs and potential employees licensed in other states to perform certain services in Illinois.
