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Committee on Small Business Hosts 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, hosted the 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase, where 31 small business owners from across the country highlighted their work that boosts the American economy and local communities.                    …

UPDATED: Committee on Small Business Announces May Hearing Schedule

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business announced its updated May hearing schedule.   Full Committee Markup ·         Date & Time: Wednesday, May 20th, at 2:00 PM ET ·         Location: Hearing Room, 2360 Rayburn House Office Building   Full Committee Hearing:…

Chairman Williams Op-Ed: Celebrating the Main Streets that Make America Great

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, May 5, the following Op-Ed by Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, appeared in The Hill. “During National Small Business Week, we don’t just celebrate America’s entrepreneurs; we honor them, support them, and stand proudly beside them. They are the corner cafés where neighbors gather, the family shops…

Chairman Williams and Rep. Van Duyne Op-Ed: One sure big winner from World Cup: North Texas small businesses

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Sunday, May 3, the following Op-Ed by Chairman Roger Williams and Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) appeared in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. “This summer, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will bring millions of fans to the United States, and for small businesses in North Texas, it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity. “Many don’t realize that this kind of traffic is…

Committee on Small Business Chairman Williams Celebrates National Small Business Week

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, issued the following statement in celebration of National Small Business Week. "America's small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and National Small Business Week is a special time to celebrate everything they do for us," said Chairman Williams. "Under President Trump,…

Chairman Williams Holds Small Business Roundtable on the Economic Opportunities of the FIFA World Cup 2026 for North Texas

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, and Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX) hosted a small business roundtable on the economic opportunities created by the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. Four stakeholders from across the Dallas-Fort Worth region participated and shared how the tournament is already driving new opportunities…

Committee on Small Business Announces May Hearing Schedule

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business announced its May hearing schedule. Full Committee Hearing: “Building the Future: How Small Home Builders are Closing America's Housing Gap” ·         Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19th at 10:00 AM ET ·         Location: Hearing Room, 2360…

Chairman Williams: “Independent Work, Real Opportunity: The Gig Economy and the Future of Entrepreneurship”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Small Business is holding a hearing titled “Independent Work, Real Opportunity: The Gig Economy and the Future of Entrepreneurship.”   Chairman Roger Williams’ opening statement as prepared for delivery:   Welcome to today’s hearing, “Independent Work, Real Opportunity: The Gig Economy and the Future of…

Committee on Small Business Holds Hearing on How the Gig Economy is Reshaping Entrepreneurship in America

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, held a hearing titled “Independent Work, Real Opportunity: The Gig Economy and the Future of Entrepreneurship” to examine how the gig economy is expanding opportunity, lowering barriers to entry, and creating new pathways for Americans to start and grow businesses. “This…

Committee on Small Business Activity: The Week of April 20th

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FULL COMMITTEE HEARING – The House Committee on Small Business will hold a hearing titled “Independent Work, Real Opportunity: The Gig Economy and the Future of Entrepreneurship.” The purpose of this hearing is to examine how the gig economy expands entrepreneurship and supports small business growth. DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, April 21st at 10:00 AM ET LOCATION: Hearing Room, 2360…