AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSBA Size Standards Overhaul: The SBA proposed a major reset of federal “small business” size rules, consolidating nearly 1,000 industry standards into 338 broader categories and using a new methodology; if finalized, it could newly qualify about 114,541 firms for set-asides (comments due Sept. 21). Disaster Relief for Small Firms: Illinois officials say FEMA and the SBA will assess storm and flooding damage in McLean County to determine whether businesses and nonprofits can access low-interest SBA disaster loans. Trade War Pressure on Main Street: With U.S.-Canada tariffs escalating, Canadian officials say support will last “as long as necessary,” while U.S. voters and competitive-state industries could feel a “double whammy” of higher prices and retaliation. Local Business Growth: Commerce, California will host a Small Business Expo Sept. 2 with microbusiness loan info and a new Commerce Advantage grants program (up to $50,000 for eligible existing businesses). Tech & Defense Contracting: A Bend veteran-owned firm (CVI) landed an Air Force contract pool worth up to $920M over a decade, and the Army is seeking vendors for an unmanned ground vehicle demo at Camp Grafton. Small Business Spotlight: A new 24/7 women’s fitness gym, The Vibe, opened in Rigby as a membership-based small business.
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