Ohio gets $55 million to help small businesses secure loans – Cleveland Plain Dealer
States can apply for federal funds for programs that partner with private lenders to extend greater credit to small businesses. Under the State Small Business Credit Initiative, states had to show they can generate $10 in new private lending for every $1

New program will benefit women-owned businesses – Pacific Business News
After 10 years of delay, the Small Business Administration will implement a federal contracting program for women-owned businesses early next year. Congress, in the waning days of President Bill Clinton s administration, directed the SBA to establish a

Obama signs small business aid after long Senate stall – Daily Free Press
President Barack Obama signed a law cutting taxes and creating a $30 billion loan fund for small businesses on Monday after months of legislative stalling in the Senate. The Small Business Jobs Act aims to help small businesses expand and hire new

Obama signs Small Business Jobs Act into law – Native American Times
National Center PRESIDENT/CEO Eric S. Trevan represents Native businesses in a select group witnessing the White House signing ceremony WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 27, 2010 – As the only Native American representative attending the ceremony for President Barack