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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, the Alabama State Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee voted to reject legislation that would have sunset most of the numerous tax credits, exemptions and deductions that have accumulated in the Alabama tax code over the decades. Senate Bill 187 was sponsored by Senator Bill Hightower, R-Mobile. … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon, R-Monrovia, announced that the House will hold a “Small Business Day” in the House chamber on Tuesday. The House special order calendar will be stacked with bills that are reportedly designed to help small businesses thrive, grow, and provide needed jobs. The … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a proclamation formally declaring November 25 as Small Business Saturday in Alabama. Small Business Saturday is designed to celebrate and support small businesses and the impact it has on Alabama communities. The Friday after Thanksgiving, historically, is the largest shopping day of the year, … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) recently signed into law Senate Bill 316, House Bill 242 and House Bill 390. The Governor said that all three bills are designed to improve Alabama’s business climate by reducing regulation and by making it easier for small businesses to operate in the state. … Continued

  By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Suzanne Webb and Sharon Wheeler have formed a new consulting firm in Montgomery. W2 Strategies, LLC, will specialize in political and media consulting. Together, the team has over 50 years experience in government and campaigns, public and corporate affairs, including business and law.  Their backgrounds include, state and … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Stocks are soaring.   Last year the major stock market indices all were up over the year and 2013 has been a banner year with the Dow up more than 10% since January 1.  That has not translated to small business owners.   The National Federation of Independent Business’ monthly Index … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Obama’s reelection was celebrated by many; but to small business owners it means that Obamacare is likely to be implemented, the growing federal regulatory burden will continue to increase, unions will likely be emboldened, tax rates will likely increase, higher death taxes will prevent many small businesses from being … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism plummeted in June. According to the NFIB report the disappointing result is a reversal of several months of slow but positive growth.  The June index fell three points, falling to 91.4 and is at the lowest level … Continued