AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFederal Contracting Shake-Up: The SBA says it will propose major changes to the 8(a) Business Development Program, removing the “socially disadvantaged” presumption for individuals tied to designated groups, while saying the shift won’t directly hit tribes and Alaska Native corporations. Procurement Push for “American-Made”: After a White House Small Business Summit, the SBA and GSA moved to remove nearly two dozen foreign product listings from GSA Advantage! over concerns about misleading “Made in America” claims. Payments Cost Pressure: A new report highlights how card processing fees are climbing fast, and a payments startup argues it can help small businesses pay less than today’s dominant options. World Cup Disruption Watch: Host cities across Canada (and nearby U.S. areas) are bracing for crowding, traffic, noise, and safety concerns that could disrupt local small businesses. Local Growth & Awards: SBA-backed recognition continues in rural communities, including an Iowa “Small Business of the Week” spotlight on Leah Jean Boutique, plus Pennsylvania downtown funding for Jamestown, Falconer, and Hamburg. Broadband Funding: New York’s ConnectALL awards total $8.3M to expand affordable internet access and digital equity, including support for low-income and rural areas.
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