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Chairwoman Velázquez Reacts to Ongoing Trade Hearings on Trump Tariffs

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Washington, D.C.— Today, House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement as small businesses shared their concerns over President Trump’s trade war with China in written comments and during hearings before the Office of the United States Trade Representative:             “Once…

Committee Meets to Strengthen Retirement Options for Small Businesses

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Washington, D.C.— Today, the House Small Business Committee held a hearing to consider how Congress can help more small businesses provide their employees with affordable retirement plans. The hearing was led by Committee Vice Chair Dwight Evans (D-PA), who convened a panel of small business owners, retirement consultants, and experts.  “Whether working for a small or large…

Committee Sheds Light on Shutdown’s Consequences for Small Businesses

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Washington, D.C.—Today, the House Small Business Committee under Chairwoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) held a hearing into the consequences of the recent 35-day government shutdown on America’s small business sector. “As we are all aware, the recent government shutdown was a particularly painful experience that will leave a lasting impact on our small business economy and our…

Velazquez Announces Small Business Subcommittee Chairs

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Washington, D.C.—Today, House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) announced the five Committee Democratic Members who will serve as Subcommittee Chairs for the 116th Congress. “I am proud to welcome our Subcommittee Chairs whose leadership and diverse backgrounds will be of great value to serving America’s small business sector,” said Chairwoman…

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