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IN SB0029

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2013

Primary Sponsor

Lonnie Randolph

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Small Business Assistance Team to serve as a one-stop point of contact for small businesses interacting with state government in Indiana
  • Team membership includes designees from the lieutenant governor, secretary of state, and commissioners of workforce development, labor, revenue, local government finance, environmental management, and transportation, plus the small business ombudsman and a Purdue University representative
  • Requires the team to coordinate state efforts supporting small business growth, assist with accessing capital and financing, identify tax incentives and grants, streamline permitting processes, and help complete applications for state permits and licenses
  • Prohibits the team from refusing assistance to any individual or entity based on income, credit history, credit score, employment history, or criminal history
  • Mandates the team meet at least twice annually and submit an annual report to the legislative council by November 1 detailing activities and recommending legislation to assist small businesses

Legislative Description

Small business assistance team.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Commerce and Economic Development & Technology

1/7/2013

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Economic Development & Technology1/7/2013

Full Bill Text

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