Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley is forming a commission to come up with ways to help the state’s small business owners.
Maryland Governor forms small business panel
Massachusetts business confidence surges
Business confidence in Massachusetts rose into positive territory for the first time in more than two years, according to a recent report from the Associated Industries of Massachusetts.
Senator encourages business formation for veterans
New York Senator Kristen Gillibrand is speaking out in support of the Veterans Employment Act of 2010, which would help veterans start a business and get jobs after leaving the service.
Connecticut in need of business formation aid to economy
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that sustained business formation rates will be essential to economic recovery. With this in mind, the state of Connecticut may be in dire need of startups soon.
Business formation rates on the rise in spite of recession
Many economists say small businesses will be needed to lead the nation out of recession. With this in mind, it may come as good news that the Kauffman Foundation recently released a study revealing that 2009 saw a dramatic increase in business formation rates.
Proposed tax cuts in Massachusetts may improve business formation rates
A recent survey from the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council says that Massachusetts is one of the 10 least business-friendly states in the country. The council says it has one of the worst corporate tax systems in the nation. But this may soon change.
North Carolina tax cuts may create incentives for business formation
As part of a proposed $18.9-billion budget plan, the North Carolina Senate has announced it aims to cap the tax burden on small businesses. The legislation is part of the state government’s effort to boost the local economy.
Business formation in the bank: Get startup loans approved
In a trying economic climate, deciding where to get a loan can be tricky for startup business owners. After all, not all funders are equal.