Policy Ideas - Small Business Advocacy Council

Policy Ideas

Hello! Please fill out the form below to submit your policy idea. The form is broken into small questions that should help to summarize your policy proposal. In the event you would like to a schedule a call relating to your policy idea, please contact Emma at - emma@sbacil.org

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

What is the topic of your policy proposal? *

Please select the option of best fit. If you are unsure, select "other"

Grant Program

Property Taxes

Commercial Real Estate

General Tax Relief

Social Equity

Community Empowerment

Healthcare

Education

Regulatory Reform

Workforce

Business Development

Tax Proposal

Program to Fund

Infrastructure

Existing Legislation

Other

What is the problem your policy proposal addresses?

(ex: RISE Tax Credit - Current labor shortage and how small businesses can't find employees)

Who is your proposal intended to help?

(ex: Occupational Licensing Reform - Individuals seeking occupations that require licensure within the state of IL; Returning citizens looking for a 2nd chance; Employers in IL that are struggling to find qualified help)

What is the function of this proposal?

(ex: BIG Legislation for Small Businesses - Provide $10k grants to small business with 50 or less employees; Businesses qualify based on one set of uniform standards)

What is the intended purpose of your proposal?

(ex: Minority Contracting Reform - Ensure Minority and Black owned businesses receive a fair shot at acquiring state contracts)

Additional Information / Links to material related to your idea