Brian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official website
Brian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official website
In the latest installment of the Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller provide updates and insights for small business owners. The episode opens with a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. and shares an interesting fact about his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech.
One of the main topics discussed is the Earned Sick Time Act. Brian Calley shared his recent testimony in support of bills #4001 and 4002, which are designed to slow down the minimum wage increase and preserve the tipped wage credit. These bills have received bipartisan support and are anticipated to be voted on by the House of Representatives soon.
The briefing also includes an update on the Corporate Transparency Act, focusing on a nationwide injunction against this law and ongoing legal challenges. This includes SBAM's case in the Western District Court of Michigan.
Additionally, there is information about upcoming webinars that will address compliance issues. A special session with Representative Bill G. Shooty will discuss legislative changes affecting small businesses.
Another significant announcement covered is Senator Eric Nesbitt’s entry into the 2026 gubernatorial race along with his noteworthy fundraising efforts.
Lastly, economic indicators such as recent inflation numbers, producer price index, and small business optimism based on national surveys are analyzed.
Listeners are encouraged to stay tuned for more updates to help navigate challenges and opportunities in the small business sector.
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