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Top 'Treps Urge Senate to Pass IPO On-Ramp Bill
The National Venture Capital Association and 700 high-profile entrepreneurs sent a letter to Congressional leaders supporting legislation to help startups go public.
Six Small Business Proposals from Washington You Need to Watch
The package of bills aims to increase access to funding for entrepreneurs.
A Proposal to Expand Health-Care Tax Credits for Small Businesses
The Obama administration's 2013 budget includes a proposal to make health-care tax credits available to another 140,000 small businesses.
SBA Seeks More Money in 2013 for Fewer Loans
The Small Business Administration asked for almost $1.1 billion for fiscal year 2013, but don't get too excited. They also plan to back fewer loans.
Obama Elevates Head of the SBA
The president raised the head of the Small Business Administration to a Cabinet-level position, and proposed streamlining the agency with five others.
Temporary Payroll Tax Extension Passes in Time for the Holidays
The two-month temporary extension of the payroll tax cut was finally signed into law, keeping an average of $40 per paycheck in the pocket of working Americans.
What Should Congress Do to Help Your Small Business?
A look at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's legislative agenda for 2011.
Obama Asks for Input from High-Growth Entrepreneurs
The White House's listening tour elicits surprising results from Boulder, Colo., entrepreneurs.
Congress Moves to Cut Controversial 1099 Provision
The Senate overwhelmingly voted to repeal a controversial provision within the health-care law.
Was the Voice of Small Business Heard at the Ballot Box?
Attention E-commerce Sellers: Streamlined Sales Tax Is A'comin'