Task Forces

SBAM utilizes the combined expertise of membership Task Forces and our Legislative Action Council (LAC) to make recommendations to the SBAM Board of Directors with regard to SBAM’s policy positions. These positions are based on what is best for Michigan’s small businesses. SBAM’s four registered lobbyists carry out the direction of the LAC and the Board in order to effect good policy procedures on behalf of SBAM members.

2021 Legislative Agenda

SBAM 2021 Legislative Agenda is the culmination of years of small business owner-focused task forces and reports that focus on what policies should be prioritized by our state in order to promote a vibrant small business economy. As we begin to emerge from the COVID-19 world, policymakers need to keep the needs of small business at the forefront of their policy decisions and this document should assist them in focusing in on those areas that matter most to Michigan small businesses.

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COVID-19 Task Force Findings

With the uncertainty COVID-19 has brought to Michigan’s small business community, SBAM has organized a specific COVID-19 Policy Task Force to develop and drive a small business agenda on what steps need to be taken at a State and Federal level beyond the reopening schedule. While we begin discussing reopening our economy safely, we need to make sure legislators and regulators are mindful of the myriad of issues that need to be addressed in near and intermediate time frames.

We intend for this task force to remain active through at least the end of the year so expect this document to continue to be updated as changes arise.

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Immigration Task Force Findings

SBAM is committed to promoting common-sense immigration reform that will strengthen Michigan’s economy as well as attract talent and business to our state. Talent is the number one challenge facing Michigan employers and we recognize the critical role national and state immigration policy will play in driving continued economic growth. See what the Immigration Task Force’s findings were by downloading the full report.

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Tax Task Force Findings

Small businesses are significant investors in state government. While we are proud of the economic success that enables us to create opportunities for others and contribute toward the operation of government, we expect the burden to be shared fairly by all who benefit from government services. Michigan should aim to have a simple yet equitable taxation system that promotes economic growth and prosperity while cultivating an environment friendly to entrepreneurs and innovation. See what the Tax Task Force’s findings were by downloading the full report.

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