§ 30-182. Small Business Commission; purpose; membership; terms; compensation and expenses; staff; voting on recommendations

A. The Small Business Commission (the Commission) is established in the legislative branch of state government. The purpose of the Commission shall be to study, report and make recommendations on issues of concern to small businesses in the Commonwealth. B. The Commission shall consist of 16 members that include 10 legislative members and six nonlegislative […]

§ 30-183. Powers and duties of the Commission

The Commission shall have the power and duty to: 1. Evaluate the impact of existing statutes and proposed legislation on small businesses. 2. Assess the Commonwealth’s small business assistance programs and examine ways to enhance their effectiveness. 3. Provide small business owners and advocates with a forum to address their concerns. 4. Report annually its […]