The Aberdeen News is reporting that insurance companies in South Dakota will not be forced to cover birth control pills and other contraceptives. A bill that would have required that coverage was killed by the House Commerce Committee.A SD Division of Insurance official and insurance lobbyists told legislators that HB1183 would not only increase the cost of policies for employers…
According to a recent poll of 468 small businesses conducted by American Management Services/Suffolk University, many small businesses continue to face significant challenges in their day-to-day operations. Yet, an overwhelming number do not seek assistance from federal agencies. When asked, have you worked with any federal agencies to receive assistance, 93% said “no,” while only 7% indicated “yes.” “This poll…
The Black Business Expo will show current and prospective small business owners retail, restaurant, service and technology opportunities in Detroit and provide information on financial and operational practices from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28. Co-sponsored by Bank One, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the Black Business Expo will take participants…
The U.S. Small Business Administration has adjusted its size standards for companies to account for inflation. About 12,000 more will qualify for its loan and procurement programs, according to a recent press release. The SBA standards are based on receipts, net worth and financial assets. The reclassification will help restore companies that may have lost their status. If you need…
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development has designated February, 2006 as Small Business Month and will contact at least 1,000 small businesses throughout the month promoting its training grants and other services it offers to Indiana companies with less than 100 employees. âSmall businesses in Indiana are becoming more and more important to our economic future,â? said Ron Stiver, Commissioner…
Rhonda Abrams, author of The Successful Business Plan: Secrets & Strategies, and president of The Planning Shop, recently wrote an article in USA Today which talks about how a small business is just as likely to become a fast-growing innovative company as a start-up company with major financial backing. Additionally, she shares her own insights regarding what she has learned…
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