AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSBA & Small-Business Confidence: The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index slipped 0.6 points in May to 95.3, while its uncertainty gauge jumped 3 points to 91—signaling tougher conditions for owners planning ahead. Federal Contracting Crackdown: Broadway Electric and Cornerstone Contracting agreed to pay $21.3M to settle False Claims Act allegations tied to exploiting veteran set-aside programs. Workforce Pressure: A new push to fill the trades gap highlights how construction and other skilled roles are aging out faster than apprentices are entering. Alaska 8(a) Rule Change: The Trump administration proposes major changes to SBA’s 8(a) “socially disadvantaged” treatment, raising concerns for Alaska Native corporation businesses. Insular Travel Policy: CNMI leaders urged lawmakers not to end EVS‑TAP for Chinese travelers, warning it could worsen the islands’ visitor-economy strain. Local Business Support: Redemption Bank launched a Juneteenth debit card program aimed at helping single mothers in subsidized housing escape poverty. Juneteenth Market Boost: Santa Monica and Wilkes-Barre hosted Juneteenth events featuring local Black-owned vendors and small businesses.
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