Federal Contractors Must Stop Disability Self-ID
September 22, 2026
As of Sept. 21, 2026, a DOL final rule changes Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Federal contractors must remove
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New Mexico Small Meat Processors Get Green Light
September 20, 2026
A new USDA agreement with the New Mexico State Livestock Board restores a state meat and poultry inspection program. Small
NSF Launches $20M Pilot for Deep-Tech Startups
September 17, 2026
The National Science Foundation launched a two-year, $20 million pilot to help deep-tech startups move from lab results to market.
Nearly 1,000 Businesses Urge Judge to Reject Swipe Deal
September 14, 2026
Nearly 1,000 businesses and trade groups asked a federal judge to reject the proposed Visa and Mastercard swipe fee settlement.
California Bill Targeting Predatory Business Loans Awaits Sign
September 12, 2026
California lawmakers passed AB 2116, a bill aimed at curbing predatory commercial financing marketed to small businesses. If signed, it
New York OKs 8% Health Insurance Hike for Small Firms
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New York regulators approved an average 8% premium increase for 2027 small-group health plans after insurers sought 23.7%. The state
Small Business Bankruptcies Spike 63% as Debt Pressures Mount
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Small businesses filed for bankruptcy protection at the fastest pace in years in August 2026. Subchapter V elections rose to
Small Importers Sue to Block New 12.5% Tariffs
September 4, 2026
Burlap & Barrel and Collective Horology sued the federal government to block new Section 301 tariffs that add 10% or
Tiny Grocer Closed Its Best Spot
August 31, 2026
Tiny Grocer is closing its South Congress store, but it’s not a retreat. It’s a relocation built around a $2.1M
FTC Fines Ad Firms $930K for Fake AI “Active Listening”
August 28, 2026
Small businesses paid for an AI ad tool marketed as "Active Listening" that claimed to capture smart device conversations. The
