A short-term agreement to keep the Department of Homeland Security open for another seven days doesn't do small businesses or the economy any favors. Just the threat of entire government agencies closing up shop diminishes consumer confidence and creates uncertainty, which wreaks havoc on small businesses' bottom lines.
Press Releases
Press Release Date:
Friday, February 27, 2015
Statement by Small Business Majority Founder & CEO John Arensmeyer about the short-term agreement to fund the Department of Homeland Security for seven days
Topic(s):
General Small Business
Press Release Date:
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Statement by John Arensmeyer, Founder & CEO of Small Business Majority, on rules released today by the Federal Communications Commission protecting net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released rules today to help protect net neutrality—the principle that all Internet traffic should be treated equally—by classifying Internet service as a utility. Protecting net neutrality is something small businesses support because it would ensure a free and open Internet and help maintain a level playing field for small firms.
Topic(s):
Technological Innovation
Press Release Date:
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Statement by John Arensmeyer, Founder & CEO of Small Business Majority, on rules released today by the Federal Communications Commission protecting net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released rules today to help protect net neutrality—the principle that all Internet traffic should be treated equally—by classifying Internet service as a utility. Protecting net neutrality is something small businesses support because it would ensure a free and open Internet and help maintain a level playing field for small firms.
Topic(s):
Technological Innovation
Press Release Date:
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Statement by John Arensmeyer, Founder & CEO of Small Business Majority, on rules released today by the Federal Communications Commission protecting net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released rules today to help protect net neutrality—the principle that all Internet traffic should be treated equally—by classifying Internet service as a utility. Protecting net neutrality is something small businesses support because it would ensure a free and open Internet and help maintain a level playing field for small firms.
Topic(s):
Technological Innovation
Press Release Date:
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Event open to all small businesses; chance for entrepreneurs to learn how they can access the credit they need to grow and expand their business
NEW YORK — Greenwich Village Chelsea Chamber (GVCCC), in conjunction with small business organization Small Business Majority, will host an event on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, to educate small businesses on how they can access the capital and credit needed to grow their business and bolster our economy.
Topic(s):
Access to Capital
Press Release Date:
Friday, February 20, 2015
Statement by David Chase, National Healthcare Policy Director for Small Business Majority, regarding IRS decision to provide temporary healthcare transition relief to qualifying small employers
We are encouraged the IRS has announced updated tax guidelines for small business owners looking to comply with and take advantage of the new healthcare law. These new guidelines protect qualifying small employers from hefty penalties and provide small business owners with clearer direction on how to find health insurance plans for their employees that comply with the new healthcare law.
Topic(s):
Healthcare
Press Release Date:
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Statement by Tim Gaudette, Colorado Outreach Manager for Small Business Majority, on President Obama's designation of Browns Canyon in the Arkansas River Valley as a national monument, which can provide increased opportunities for entrepreneurs and local economies
President Obama will announce today that he'll be designating a new national monument at Browns Canyon in the Arkansas River Valley. This is great news for small businesses, because entrepreneurs know protecting our natural assets is one way we can enhance the financial success of small businesses and local economies. In fact, two-thirds of Colorado small businesses supported a proposal to designate Browns Canyon as a national monument. Small business owners in Colorado strongly believe the designation of additional national parks and monuments enhances local jobs and the economy.
Topic(s):
Public Lands
Press Release Date:
Friday, February 13, 2015
Event conducted in both English and Spanish, open to all small businesses; chance for entrepreneurs to learn about new small business and individual marketplaces, and how to enroll in quality, affordable healthcare in one of the health insurance marketplaces
Van Nuys, Calif.—U.S. Congressman Tony Cardenas (California's 29th District), in conjunction with small business organization Small Business Majority, will host a healthcare workshop Saturday, February 14, 2015, to provide Valley residents an opportunity to learn about health insurance options available under the Affordable Care Act and how they can benefit from California's health insurance marketplace, Covered California (coveredca.com).
Topic(s):
Healthcare
Press Release Date:
Friday, February 13, 2015
Statement by John Arensmeyer, Founder & CEO of Small Business Majority, on today's passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of America's Tax Relief Act of 2015—legislation aimed at making it easier for small businesses to buy new equipment and improve their property
We are pleased the U.S. House of Representatives today passed the America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 636), a bill that would improve a crucial part of the tax code for small firms and give small businesses more financial confidence while promoting investment.
Topic(s):
Tax and Budget Reform
Press Release Date:
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Interactive call to all small businesses; chance for entrepreneurs to learn about the federal and state Earned Income Tax Credit and how they can benefit from these tax credit opportunities
DENVER—The Colorado Fiscal Institute, in conjunction with small business organization Small Business Majority, will host an interactive call on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015, on the federal and Colorado state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), and how small businesses, their employees and families can benefit from these economic opportunities.
Topic(s):
Tax and Budget Reform