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Small Businesses Frustrated After Flawed Data Privacy Bill Clears House Subcommittee
Washington, DC: Small business owners today expressed serious concerns with several provisions in the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) after the bill advanced out of the House Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. “Small businesses need a national data privacy law that protects consumers and helps small businesses thrive in today’s digital economy,” said Kevin…

Small business owners share concerns about bipartisan data privacy bill
U.S. Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash) and U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash) recently put forward a new bill to protect data privacy, but some small businesses say they have concerns.

Bryan Toston and Jason Stock : The American Privacy Rights Act holds promise – and significant perils – for small businesses
At last, Congress has produced a national data privacy bill, the American Privacy Rights Act. As the owners of a Spokane-based software firm and small business marketing agency, we see bill as a step …

Connected Commerce Council Executive Director Rob Retzlaff Issues Statement Criticizing the American Privacy Rights Act Ahead of Key House Subcommittee Vote
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2024 – Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff today issued the following statement on the American Privacy Rights Act’s (APRA’s) harmful impacts on small businesses. Retzlaff’s comments came ahead of a hearing and vote on APRA in the House Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. “Small businesses need a federal…

Washington Small Business Owners Express Concerns About Proposed Federal Data Privacy Legislation
Seattle, WA (May 21, 2024): Three Washington small business owners today held a press conference to voice concerns about the American Privacy Rights Act’s (APRA’s) harmful impacts on small businesses. The bill, co-authored by Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-05) and Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA), is scheduled for a May 23 hearing and vote in the…

An obscure California commission wants to rein in Big Tech. Small businesses could get hurt instead
In 2006, after 31 years of research and collaboration with holistic health experts and practitioners, I decided to invest in my own holistic wellness practice in Sacramento. It’s been incredibly rewarding to improve lives. I love what I do, and I’m grateful to be a leader in our small-business community.

Richmond small business leader recognized as 3C Congressional Champion
Michael Gaffney, president of Richmond, Maine-based Seawicks Candle Company, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for his advocacy on Capitol Hill.

Savannah small business leader recognized as 3C Congressional Champion
Elizabeth Raley, owner of Savannah, GA-based Elope to Savannah, recently met with officials from Sen. Jon Ossoff’s (D-GA) office to explain the vital role digital tools play in her business.

Rada Cutlery’s VP travels to DC to urge Congress to address data privacy, impact on small businesses
Andrea Ramker, vice president of business development for Waverly-based Rada Cutlery, met on May 2 with Sen. Chuck Grassley and Tresa Joseph, Senior Policy Advisor at the White House National Economic Council (NEC), to explain the vital role digital tools play in Rada’s business.
