Skip to Main Content

NEWS & RESOURCES

Small Business

July 2026 calendar

New Business-Related Laws Take Effect July 1

Connecticut businesses are preparing for a broad set of new state laws that take effect July 1, 2026, bringing changes to advertising practices, consumer…

Small Businesses Face New Healthcare Cost Hikes

Connecticut residents and small businesses are bracing for increased healthcare…

DECD Program Helps Bridge Small Business Talent Gap

Finding and retaining talent is a challenge for businesses across…

Content Type:

How to Successfully Do Business with the State

The state of Connecticut wants to be your customer...

Innovation

Manufacturing Innovation Fund Approves $10.8M in Project Funding

Connecticut’s Manufacturing Innovation Fund advisory board approved $10.8 million...

IRS Delays Third Party 1099-K Reporting Requirements

The Internal Revenue Service is delaying the new $600...

Financing

SBA Approved Record $363M Connecticut Business Loans in 2023

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Connecticut District Office approved...

Grants

Wells Fargo Supports WBDC Grant Program

Wells Fargo is providing $125,000 to the Women’s Business...

CONNEX Connecticut Supply Chain Platform Hits Milestone

Five hundred Connecticut manufacturers have registered with CONNEX Connecticut...

IRS Updates Cash Payment Reporting for 2024

The IRS announced new requirements for businesses filing significant...

Lenses only store

Small Business Showcase: Lenses Only

Each month, we profile a Connecticut small business, showcasing...

IRS Posts New Per Diem Business Travel Rates

The following article first appeared in the Insights section...

Stay Connected with CBIA News Digests

The latest news and information delivered directly to your inbox.