Elliot Richardson
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Illinois should focus on helping small businesses, not giveaways to major corporationsAug 23, 2023 8:48 am - The Small Business Advocacy Council championed an impressive array of legislation that passed the Illinois General Assembly this year. We will build on this momentum by...
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The small business community's fight for resourcesJul 23, 2023 1:00 am - I have learned a great deal about Illinois politics since co-founding the Small Business Advocacy Council. One initial observation was that drafting and filing legislat...
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Room to operate: Ascension Alexian Brothers showing off modernized surgical facilitiesJun 28, 2023 6:42 am - Dan Doherty recalls the recent day when Ascension Alexian Brothers staff walked through the site's four new operating rooms. The Elk Grove Village hospital held an open ...
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Big wins made for Illinois and its small businessesJun 28, 2023 6:42 am - Small business advocates championed three pieces of legislation that passed the Illinois General Assembly this spring. Each of these bills were significant and laser-foc...
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Small business advocacy this summerMay 30, 2023 1:17 pm - Illinois' legislative sessions are always fast paced, and this year has been no exception. Policymakers and engaged advocates have hustled to get legislation filed, mov...
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The Springfield experience: Lobby Day is our way of making small business voices heardMay 04, 2023 1:21 pm - Traveling to our state capitol and participating in the legislative process is both rewarding and impactful. The ability to engage with politicians in a purposeful way ...
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Richardson: The power of nonpartisan advocacy being shown in Springfield this termApr 04, 2023 6:45 am - Small business advocates are making great strides in Springfield this year. Indeed, three bills championed by the small business community have passed their respective c...
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Transparency will empower the small business communityMar 08, 2023 7:42 am - Spring is on the horizon, and along with the weather, the action in Springfield will be heating up. Policymakers will be wading through thousands of bills, holding hear...
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Making economic incentives available to small businessesFeb 07, 2023 7:37 am - Small business owners work tirelessly to sustain and grow their businesses. They often must engage in all aspects of the business, serving in numerous roles and juggling...
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Small business advocacy in 2023: Hitting the ground runningJan 10, 2023 5:52 am - My hope is that your holidays were wonderful, and I wish you all a safe, healthy, and prosperous year. The Small Business Advocacy Council is excited to hit the ground ...