Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
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Recent News About Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
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Senator Edward J. Markey urged large retailers like Amazon, FedEx, Wal-Mart, Costco, DHL, and UPS on April 24th to return tariff-related refunds following a Supreme Court decision striking down certain Trump-era tariffs as illegal. Markey pressed these firms for transparency about how they plan to distribute refunded amounts back toward affected consumers or small businesses.
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Senator Edward J. Markey led Senate Democrats in questioning why $55 million in small business support remains unpaid by the Trump administration's Small Business Administration leader Kelly Loeffler. The senators demand answers about delayed reimbursements affecting key entrepreneurial development programs.
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Senator Edward J. Markey urges Customs officials for an easier refund process after illegal Trump-era tariffs are set for repayment through a new online portal. He calls on large companies receiving refunds not just keep savings but pass them along directly consumers or small business clients.
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Senator Edward J. Markey has called on federal officials for transparency about economic impacts stemming from recent U.S.-Iran tensions under President Trump. His latest letter requests detailed projections on consumer prices affecting American families amid rising fuel costs.
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Senator Joni Ernst announced that President Trump has signed major reforms into law updating SBIR-STTR programs. The changes prioritize small businesses in federal innovation funding while aiming for greater accountability and protection against foreign influence.
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Port Neal Welding Company has been recognized by Chair Joni Ernst as Small Business of the Week. The company was praised for over three decades of service in Iowa communities.
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Senator Edward J. Markey released data showing U.S. families face higher fuel bills linked to recent events involving Iran. Markey criticized former President Trump's policies for increasing gas prices while calling for action from both government agencies and major oil companies.
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Chair Joni Ernst named Zeb's Smokehouse as Small Business of the Week on Mar. 31. The recognition highlights contributions by local entrepreneurs across Iowa's counties.
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Senator Edward J. Markey criticized President Trump's proposed cuts to Small Business Administration funding for Fiscal Year 2027. The changes could reduce support available for millions of U.S. small business owners—especially women- or minority-owned enterprises—by eliminating key programs.
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Senator Edward J. Markey marked one year since former President Trump's global import tariffs were enacted. He called attention to their impact on U.S. small businesses despite a Supreme Court ruling striking them down earlier this year. Markey urged immediate refunds for affected companies.
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Senator Edward J. Markey led Senate Democrats in urging Customs officials for automatic tariff tax refunds without extra steps for small businesses or families after recent court rulings against Trump-era levies. Lawmakers argue current plans are too complex given existing agency records.
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey criticized new Department of Education limits affecting blind entrepreneurs’ access to military dining contracts under an established federal law. Advocates warn these changes could threaten jobs nationwide while questions remain about future protections.
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Senator Edward J. Markey has urged leading oil companies not to award large bonuses amid high fuel costs tied partly by conflict in Iran. He calls instead for savings from reduced executive pay be used directly help U.S. consumers.
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Hands Jewelers in Iowa City has been named Small Business of the Week by Chair Joni Ernst. The store's long-standing commitment to quality craftsmanship earned it this recognition from the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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Senator Edward J. Markey held a virtual briefing with former New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin about tariff tax refunds for small businesses after a Supreme Court ruling struck down certain tariffs. They discussed ongoing legal efforts and urged an automatic refund process instead of requiring burdensome paperwork from affected companies.
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Senator Edward J. Markey criticized alleged fraud under the Trump administration during a Senate Small Business Committee hearing focused on transparency. He called for more oversight regarding operations at the Small Business Administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The committee's role in shaping fiscal policy was also discussed.
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Senator Joni Ernst introduced legislation aimed at increasing transparency around federal spending during Sunshine Week. The COST Act would require public disclosure of costs for all taxpayer-funded projects.
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey announced House passage of bipartisan legislation reauthorizing key small business innovation programs through September 2031. The bill aims to support technological development among U.S. small businesses while maintaining competitive standards.
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Boone River Financial has been named Small Business of the Week by Chair Joni Ernst. The company was recognized for its commitment to client relationships and financial guidance in Webster City.
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Chair Joni Ernst has named Grant Ranch Grub & Pub as Small Business of the Week. The restaurant is recognized for its commitment to tradition and community service. The Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee continues its work supporting small businesses nationwide.