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2024 in Review: How Small Businesses Influenced State Policies

In 2024, small business leaders nationwide stepped up and took action to make their voices heard on several issues that would impact their businesses. From Maine to California, more than 50 small businesses engaged directly with dozens of lawmakers to discuss the impact of tech policies on their ability to grow, compete, and succeed. Additionally,…

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Small Business Owners and Ad Publishers Echo Statements of Concern, Fear Made During DOJ-Google Ads Trial

WASHINGTON (Sept. 26, 2024) — Three small business owners today echoed statements made during the United States v. Google LLC display-ads trial. A business owner testifying in the trial emphasized the value of Google’s integrated ad tech tools and described how a government-mandated breakup would hurt their business. Echoing the statements and concerns were LaKita…

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3C Reacts to Surprise Vote on American Privacy Rights Act in House E&C Committee

WASHINGTON (September 17, 2024): Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff today issued the following statement ahead of Wednesday’s surprise vote on the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) as an amendment to unrelated legislation (H.R. 7890) because it is too unpopular and dangerous on its own. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers…

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DOJ’s Google Ads suit would hurt NC small businesses like mine

Ten years ago, my family and I moved from Ukraine to Mooresville, North Carolina. We are leather-goods artisans. Using traditional methods, we design and craft wallets, diaries, backpacks, and other leather products. Our dream is to build a thriving business here in the US.