MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: @smlbizmajority released their policy agendas for America’s entrepreneurs with recommendations that can be enacted at the national, state, and local levels. Read them here -> smallbusinessmajority.org/policy-agenda/… #smallbiz

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the approval of three additional state plans totaling $890.7 million in funding under the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). Learn more -> bit.ly/3ZrWr7A

National Small Business Week is here! Check out the 2023 co-sponsors and Virtual Summit agenda featuring educational workshops and federal resources. Learn more-> bit.ly/3GUftwQ #smallbiz

Happy Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month from Start Us Up! More than two million businesses in the U.S. are owned by Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders, according to the Asian/Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce. Learn more here -> bit.ly/41o46FB

Mark your calendars! Starting TODAY, the SBA's Business Loan Programs will have new affiliation and lending criteria. And on May 12, 2023, the Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) moratorium will be rescinded. Stay up to date with these changes! bit.ly/43EhpDo #SmallBiz

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is taking steps to collect small business lending data, including information on business size, demographic, and racial ethnicity. Learn more about this final rule -> bit.ly/41oMb1w #smallbiz

Tax policy can be overwhelming for small business owners, but the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business is committed to simplifying the process. Check out this recent bipartisan hearing -> bit.ly/41HWr4N #smallbiz

Exciting news for small business owners! The Small Business Administration has implemented new rules to address persistent capital access gaps. Learn more about the two final rules impacting small business lending programs. -> bit.ly/3Lc1K74 #smallbiz

June is a busy month! This month, we celebrate National Immigrant Heritage Month, Juneteenth, & LGBTQ+ Pride Month. There are opportunities at the state and federal levels to ensure that all entrepreneurs, regardless of race, gender or geography, can thrive on Main St. & beyond.

Entrepreneurship provides LGBTQ+ Americans with a pathway to economic success as states with unfriendly LGBTQ+ policies have lost more than 1 million jobs as LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs moved away to start their own businesses. Read more here - > bit.ly/3WaaEpw

A year after the Capital Projects Fund award announcements, as implemented by the American Rescue Plan, the Treasury Department has awarded approximately $6.7B for broadband, digital technology, and multi-purpose community center projects in 42 states. bit.ly/3NwJ8if

The SBA updated its business loan program Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and is accepting applications for new lenders. Learn more -> bit.ly/3JyYjq3

🎉 Big news! This August, we celebrate five years of empowering entrepreneurs and driving positive change in the entrepreneurial community. Thank you to all our members and partners for your invaluable support! bit.ly/3Zh3ykr 🙌 #Milestone #Entrepreneurs

Congratulations to Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace on her appointment as the next CEO and President of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation! We're thrilled about the positive impact she'll bring to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. 🚀 bit.ly/3rBaWdP#Entrep…

Calling all startup champions! 🌏 Join us at the 2023 Global Entrepreneurship Conference in Melbourne, Australia from September 19-22. Let's build a stronger global ecosystem of innovation together! bit.ly/3Kci1If #GlobalEntrepreneurship #GEC2023

The SBA has some important updates for small businesses! Check out the changes to the HUBZone Program and Map, and see what it means for entrepreneurs in different states. bit.ly/43EArZ5 #SmallBusinessNews #EntrepreneurUpdates

EIDL borrowers, listen up! Repayments are ticking back up for those who took out credit during the pandemic. Find out what this means for your business and finances. 💼 bit.ly/3rHWTDu #SmallBusinessLoans #EIDL

Discover advocacy resources to support entrepreneurs in your community! From leveling the playing field to expanding access to funding and opportunities, let's drive positive change together. 🤝 bit.ly/3jVB53r #EntrepreneurAdvocacy #PolicyPlan

📚 Knowledge is power! Discover actionable steps in our "Access to Knowledge" guide, part of America's New Business Plan. Let's ensure all Americans have the skills they need for entrepreneurial success. 🚀 bit.ly/3Q8yAZu #Entrepreneurship #KnowledgeIsPower #PolicyGuide

🔍 Are you an entrepreneur facing unique challenges in your community? Our advocacy resources are here to help! Customize your entrepreneurship policy plan and drive positive change locally. 🌟 bit.ly/3jVB53r #EntrepreneurAdvocacy #CommunitySupport #PolicyPlan