AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVeterans Contracting Push: A bill cosponsored by Rep. Brian Jack would amend the Small Business Act to set a federal goal for veteran-owned small businesses’ participation in federal procurement, expanding the “Veterans First” model governmentwide. Data Center Costs: The House passed the Ratepayers Protection Act to stop consumers from absorbing power-infrastructure cost hikes tied to new data centers, shifting responsibility to tech/data-center companies. Small Business Under Pressure: A Sarasota specialty shop closed after years of rising costs, tariffs, slow seasons, and staffing strain—another reminder how fragile margins are. Local Relief for Storm Damage: Wisconsin Gov. Evers asked the SBA for a Rapid Disaster Declaration for Winnebago County after July storms, aiming to unlock disaster loans for businesses and nonprofits. SME Support Programs: The Better Business Bureau launched an eight-week Breakthrough Accelerator for emerging entrepreneurs, including hands-on help and an AI-focused track. Supply Chain Fees Reality Check: DSCP Smart Fulfillment says UPS/FedEx peak “demand” surcharges are flat per package and not reduced by moving inventory closer. Adaptive Fashion Funding: New York announced an Adaptive Clothing Grant Program launching in Jan. 2027 to back designers and entrepreneurs building accessible, wearable clothing. Creative Economy Jobs: A study backed by the film/TV coalition argues a federal production incentive could add 143,500 jobs annually by shifting more global production to the U.S.
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