• Stop harmful policies driving up costs for small businesses

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    Thursday, July 11, 2024
    Energy costs are a significant expense for small businesses. From powering storefronts and offices to running essential equipment, energy is a vital component of daily operations. Unfortunately, recent policy changes have led to a hefty increase in energy costs, placing an undue burden on small business owners who are already grappling with high inflation and workforce challenges.

    Here is why it’s crucial to take a stand against these policies:
    • The increased costs put a financial strain on small businesses by reducing cash flow, making it harder to make investments in growth and provide family wage jobs.
       
    • As businesses take on higher operating costs, there is often no other option but to pass these costs on to customers. This only compounds the struggle for families already trying to cope with higher and higher living costs.
       
    • High inflation combined with soaring cost of living increases are hurting families and their ability to meet their basic needs. Higher utility bills can stretch household budgets to the breaking point.

    We must stop the harmful policies that are driving up energy costs for small businesses and families. The Defend Small Business PAC is preparing to take this message to the legislature in 2025.

    Your support is crucial in this fight. Small businesses and families depend on champions who will stand up for them. Small donations make a big difference in our ability to fight harmful policy.

    Will you stand with us?
     

     
     


    Defend Small Business PAC
    The Defend Small Business PAC     (PAC 17474) - the PAC of the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce - helps protect, preserve and foster a political environment that will strengthen local businesses, their employees, their communities, and the private enterprise system.

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