Entrepreneurship

Small Business Majority sends letter to the North Carolina House Committee on Judiciary on HB 45

On February 10, Public Policy Director Awesta Sarkash sent a letter to the North Carolina House Committee on the Judiciary in support of HB 45. This legsilation would give North Carolinians a fair chance and help expand the state’s skilled workforce by making it easier for entrepreneurs and jobseekers to obtain occupational licenses.  

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Submitted by Elena Ellingson-Cosenza on Mon, 02/10/2025 - 14:11

The Agenda for Pennsylvania's Entrepreneurs

Small Business Majority has created recommendations to capture our policy priorities that would help to ensure a thriving and inclusive economy in Pennsylvania. The state is comprised of more than 1.1 million small businesses employing 2.5 million people. This is why it’s critical that state lawmakers enact policies and programs to support and empower these entrepreneurs, guaranteeing they have access to critical resources and incentives to start and grow their business.

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Submitted by Elena Ellingson-Cosenza on Mon, 02/10/2025 - 13:10

Meet a Colorado entrepreneur who recognized a problem in her community – and started a business to solve it

Posted: February 6, 2025

Sharon Kalenzi always envisioned herself as an entrepreneur. Growing up, Sharon was inspired by her mother, a small business owner who was very involved in their community. And while she and her husband were already co-owners of Rock Creek Veterinary Hospital in Broomfield, Colo., Sharon always wanted a small business of her own.

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The agenda for Texas' entrepreneurs

Small Business Majority has created recommendations to capture our policy priorities that would help to ensure a thriving and inclusive economy in Texas. The state is comprised of more than 3.3 million small businesses employing 4.9 million people. This is why it’s critical that state lawmakers enact policies and programs to support and empower these entrepreneurs, guaranteeing they have access to critical resources and incentives to start and grow their business.

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Submitted by Elena Ellingson-Cosenza on Wed, 01/29/2025 - 13:25

The Agenda for Minnesota's entrepreneurs

Small Business Majority has created recommendations to capture our policy priorities that would help to ensure a thriving and inclusive economy in Minnesota. The state is comprised of more than 545,000 small businesses employing 1.2 million people. This is why it’s critical that state lawmakers enact policies and programs to support and empower these entrepreneurs, guaranteeing they have access to critical resources and incentives to start and grow their business.

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Submitted by Elena Ellingson-Cosenza on Wed, 01/29/2025 - 13:22

Small Business Majority submits comments in support of establishing a state-run paid family and medical leave program in Virginia

On January 23, Small Business Majority Public Policy Director Awesta Sarkash sent a letter to Virginia House Labor and Commerce Committee Chairwoman Jeion A. Ward in support of HB 2531, paid family and medical leave insurance program; notice requirements, civil action. This legislation would create a state-run paid family and medical leave program in Virginia.

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Submitted by Elena Ellingson-Cosenza on Thu, 01/23/2025 - 12:13

Justice-Impacted Entrepreneurs

: Justice-Impacted Entrepreneurs

Over 70 million Americans have a criminal record, which not only limits their ability to find stable employment opportunities but also restricts their ability to pursue entrepreneurship and start their own business. As a result of being excluded from the labor force, individuals impacted by the justice system are 50% more likely to start their own business and create their own job, highlighting the entrepreneurial nature of those seeking to move past their criminal record.

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Immigration Reform

: Immigration Reform

Our nation’s workforce is fueled by the contributions of the millions of immigrant workers who small businesses often rely on to sustain and grow their operations. As workforce shortages continue to persist across Main Street, Small Business Majority advocates for commonsense immigration reform which bolsters an essential small business workforce. Our research found that found that roughly 70% of small business owners believe it’s important to increase the number of both high and low skilled foreign workers legally allowed into the U.S. 

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Procurement

: Procurement

The federal government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world. For many small businesses, federal or state procurement opportunities represent untapped revenue streams, but in many cases, small firms need a great deal of guidance, mentorship, and “knowing the right person at the right time” to obtain a contract that makes a real difference for their business.

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Submitted by sbm-admin on Mon, 12/16/2024 - 14:05

Fair Competition

: Fair Competition

Competition is the underpinning of a thriving and equitable economy in which all businesses can achieve pathways to their individual success. As large corporations and online platforms continue to dominate and take hold over nearly all facets of our economy, small businesses are increasingly left at an immediate disadvantage when competing for opportunities to expand their operations.

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