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August 23, 2023 Testimony: One Size Does Not Fit All: Understanding the Importance…
On August 23, 2023, Deputy Chief Counsel Major Clark testified before the Senate Small Business &…
Sweet Dreams Come True
By Regional Advocate, Jennifer Clark
Have you ever tasted a fresh date picked right from the tree? I got to do…
Spotlighting Small Farmers
Because of their location, rural small farmers often face challenges that other businesses do not face. Supporting…
Spotlighting Small Businesses: A Day with Franchisees
On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, Assistant Chief Counsel Janis Reyes spoke at the “Government’s Role in Protecting Small…
Empowering MSMEs for Sustainable Development: Insights from the United Nations…
by Region 3 advocate, Ngozi Bell
On June 27, as the Region 3 Advocate, I had the privilege of speak at the…
Spotlighting Small Business: Commemorating Independence Day
On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress, representing the 13 original colonies, voted to declare independence…
Spotlighting Black Small Businesses: Celebrating Juneteenth
President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. While the Emancipation…
June 22, 2023 Testimony: Reviewing the SBA’s Office of Advocacy Report on the…
On June 22, 2023, Deputy Chief Counsel Major Clark testified before the House Small Business Committee in a…
Small Carriers Share Concerns about the Cumulative Impact of Regulation at CCA…
by Jamie Saloom
Last week I had the opportunity to speak on a policy panel at the Competitive Carriers…
DOE Rule Sparks Concerns with Small Electric Cooperatives
Last month Advocacy staff visited the Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) in Fredericksburg, VA. REC is a…