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 released new figures showing significant increases in gasoline costs attributed to President Trump's policies toward Iran. The report outlines potential financial impacts for families and small businesses while calling attention to broader affordability issues.
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Senator Edward J. Markey says new data indicate rising health care costs due to recent federal policy changes affecting small businesses nationwide. Premiums have increased sharply since enhanced tax credits ended last year.
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Senator Edward J. Markey marked National Small Business Week by honoring entrepreneurs nationwide while criticizing former President Trump's economic policies affecting them. Markey pledged continued support for America's millions of small business owners.
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Senator Joni Ernst recognized Interpower Corporation as her Small Business of the Week for Mahaska County. The announcement comes during National Small Business Week as part of an initiative highlighting businesses across all Iowa counties.
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Toppling Goliath Brewing Co., led by Clark and Barbara Lewey, has been named Small Business of the Week by Senate Committee Chair Joni Ernst. The brewery's growth from a microbrewery into an international brand was highlighted alongside information about key functions of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee.
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Senator Edward J. Markey emphasized the impact of immigrant entrepreneurs at a recent Senate hearing. Speakers discussed their contributions amid concerns over federal policies affecting these business owners.
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Senator Joni Ernst led a Senate committee hearing celebrating America's tradition of entrepreneurship ahead of Independence Day's milestone anniversary. The event highlighted historic contributions from several states while outlining ongoing roles for small business leaders.
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Senator Edward J. Markey introduced new legislation aiming at restoring SBA loan eligibility for legal permanent residents after recent restrictions led by Trump-era policies reduced lending volumes. The proposal has broad support among lawmakers and advocacy groups who say it will boost local economies.
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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.