Welcome to the Small Business Wire

The Small Business Wire keeps small business owners and advocates informed on the issues impacting small businesses across Illinois, without the partisan noise. Written by SBAC President Elliot Richardson and guest contributors, the Small Business Wire offers analysis, perspective, and commentary on policies that shape the Illinois small business climate. Small businesses drive our economy, but too often face unnecessary barriers. The Small Business Wire highlights those challenges and identifies practical solutions.

Leaders are reassessing how data centers fit into the state's energy and economic future
Illinois policymakers can help address the ACA affordability crisis
What businesses should know about the latest revenue package (part one)
We looked through the 3,703-page bill so that you don’t have to.
The General Assembly passed bills on home and auto insurance last week
Legislation was passed during the final hours of session