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 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.
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Senator Edward J. Markey released a report detailing how recent ICE raids have harmed small businesses nationwide through lost revenue and community disruption. The report includes firsthand accounts from affected business owners along with economic projections about broader impacts.
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Senator Edward J. Markey urged major retailers and shippers on March 12 to pass tariff refunds back to consumers after a Supreme Court ruling struck down Trump-era tariffs. Markey demanded answers from companies about their plans for returning funds owed due to illegal tariffs.
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Senator Joni Ernst called for Senate passage of her bipartisan bill aimed at helping small businesses in the growing pet industry. The legislation would double loan limits for small manufacturers supporting pets. The Senate Small Business Committee continues its role in shaping fiscal policy.
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Senator Edward J. Markey addressed rising costs facing pet owners and small businesses during a recent Senate hearing. The discussion focused on healthcare expenses, tariffs, and economic uncertainty impacting Main Street's pet economy.
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Senate Democrats have introduced a bill aiming to exempt small businesses from newly announced import tariffs by former President Donald Trump. The proposal seeks refunds for past payments and protections against price increases affecting both business owners and consumers.
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Senator Edward J. Markey has called for detailed information from federal officials about how President Trump's actions in Iran may affect U.S. consumers' costs. He requests updated projections from labor statistics authorities amid concerns over rising gas prices.
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Massachusetts lawmakers are pressing federal officials for answers about why the Small Business Administration's Springfield district office remains closed. They cite concerns over lost services for local small businesses. The group seeks detailed explanations from GSA by March 19.
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) has sent a letter to several Trump administration officials, urging the creation of a formal tariff refund process and calling for an investigation into Wall Street traders’ practices related to tariff...
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The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved reforms to the SBIR-STTR programs, led by Senator Joni Ernst, Chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey has advanced the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, a bipartisan bill to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.