Small Business
Small businesses employ nearly half the entire American workforce and represent 43.5% of America’s GDP. As we have for over a century, the U.S. Chamber serves and supports more than 5 million small businesses through membership, our nationwide federation of state and local chambers, and digital platforms—giving small businesses representation, resources, and a powerful voice at national scale.
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Small Business Index Q1 2026
Small businesses express more concern over the economy amid uncertainty.
How to Get Your Small Business Recognized On the CO—100 List
Apply now for the U.S. Chamber's annual list of the top 100 small businesses in America. Honorees receive national recognition and exclusive opportunities.
Navigating the New Tax Law: What Small Businesses Need to Know
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A practical guide to maximizing savings for your small business under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”
Advocating for Small Business
Small Business Spotlight
Competitive, pro-growth tax policy is essential to grow the economy, raise wages for workers, and improve the standard of living for all Americans.
U.S. Chamber Foundation Programs
U.S. Chamber members range from small businesses and chambers of commerce across the country to startups in fast-growing sectors, leading industry associations, and global corporations.
Discover the ROI Chamber membership can deliver for you.
Our Work
The Chamber’s Small Business Council supports and fights for policies that keep Main Street businesses thriving and workforce vibrant. This includes advocating for a tax and regulatory environment that helps—not hurts—small business owners to create jobs and serve our communities and economy.
Events
- Workforce2026 Military Spouse Employment SummitThursday, May 2110:00 AM EDT - 02:30 PM EDTHybridLearn More
- TechnologyAI + Work (Talent Forward 2026)Wednesday, May 2708:15 AM EDT - 05:30 PM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- Chambers of Commerce2026 Midwest InstituteSunday, May 31 - Thursday, June 0410:00 AM EDT - 11:30 AM EDTHybridLearn More
Latest Content
- *This material has been prepared for general informational purposes only; it is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. Please consult an attorney or a qualified tax professional for more information.Letter urging the House of Representatives to pass legislation, such as H.R. 1163 the Prove It Act of 2025, to strengthen the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) and ensure the intent of the law is fulfilled.Tariffs are having a real and devastating impact on thousands of small businesses across the nation — and on all Americans — as uncertainty, rising costs and cancellations are hitting home.This letter was sent to Congress to urge reauthorization of the SBA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the House Judiciary Committee in Support of H.R. 2853.This Hill Letter was sent to Chairman Williams and Ranking Member Velazquez of the House Committee on Small Business ahead of the hearing.The Q4 2025 Small Business Index reflects the rising concern among small businesses about recruiting and retaining talent.Index score falls amid uncertainty during government shutdown; workforce challenges and holiday season pressures take center stageThis Hill letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives expressing support for H.R. 4305, the “Destroying Unnecessary, Misaligned, and Prohibitive (DUMP) Red Tape Act of 2025.”
