Open Congress : News Articles for H.R.5297 Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010

Telesoft Releases New eBook to Breakdown Recent Trends in Wireless Expense ...

2010-11-11T19:00:00Z

Congress Repeals The Cell Phone Tax - Buried deep within law HR 5297 that President Obama signed this year, cell phones are no longer required to be listed ...

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Telesoft Releases New eBook to Breakdown Recent Trends in Wireless Expense ...

2010-11-10T19:00:00Z

Congress Repeals The Cell Phone Tax – Buried deep within law HR 5297 that President Obama signed this year, cell phones are no longer required to be listed ...

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Jobs Act redefines cell phones, expands Roth conversions

2010-11-10T19:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297) (Jobs Act) was signed into law by President Obama. ...

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Holtmeyer & Monson Helps Community Banks Boost Profits with SBA Lending

2010-11-08T19:00:00Z

Furthermore, the recently signed Small Business Jobs & Credit Act (HR 5297) which extends SBA lending stimulus provisions through December 31, 2010, ...

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Ask SCORE: Can I get the business equipment tax deduction?

2010-11-06T20:00:00Z

Answer: The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297) made substantial changes to Section 179 of the IRS tax code. It increases to $500000 the ...

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2010-11-04T20:00:00Z

Bean helped introduce the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) in May and led debate in favor of the measure when it first passed the House in June. ...

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Recap of H.R. 5297 - the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010

2010-11-04T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297) (the Act). ...

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2010-11-01T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010, HR 5297, included a tax-free stock deal, provided you buy your stock before January 1, 2011 and hold it five years or ...

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New legislation allows 401(k) and other plans to offer in-plan Roth rollovers

2010-10-28T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297) (the “Act”) was signed into law. ...

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Strange campaign

2010-10-28T20:00:00Z

She voted against HR 5297 (Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010). This legislation would increase lending for small business. ...

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Roll Call Report: How your Congressman voted on top issues

2010-10-27T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to send the bill (HR 5297) to President Obama. 13. Deficit Reduction: Senators on Jan. 26 failed, 53-46, to get 60 votes needed to establish ...

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Letter: Posey votes to starve government — and Indian River County with it

2010-10-26T20:00:00Z

Posey voted against HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010. He voted against the Small Business Jobs Tax Relief Act of 2010. ...

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Larger loans may help out local businesses

2010-10-25T20:00:00Z

That is the new maximum loan amount for the US Small Business Administration's basic 7(a) program pursuant to HR 5297, the “Small Business Jobs Bill. ...

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President Obama signs Small Business Jobs and Credit Act

2010-10-24T20:00:00Z

President Barack Obama, signed the "HR 5297: Small Business Jobs and Credit Act" into law, on Sept. 27. According to the Small Business Lending Fund Act of ...

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(BPRW) The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act

2010-10-22T20:00:00Z

President Barack Obama signed the HR 5297 Small Business Jobs and Credit Act into law on September 27, 2010. According to the Small Business Lending Fund ...

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Top Votes in Congress 2010

2010-10-21T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to send the bill (HR 5297) to President Obama. 13. Deficit Reduction: Senators on Jan. 26 failed, 53-46, to get 60 votes needed to establish ...

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We need Waugh, not Cantor, to serve us

2010-10-20T20:00:00Z

He voted against HR 5297, a bill for small business lending funds. He also voted against extended unemployment benefits. The people who lost out because of ...

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We need Waugh, not Cantor, to serve us

2010-10-20T20:00:00Z

He voted against HR 5297, a bill for small business lending funds. He also voted against extended unemployment benefits. The people who lost out because of ...

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Expanded tax exclusion for sale of qualified small business stock acquired on ...

2010-10-19T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297). One part of this legislation expands the exclusion of income ...

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Rogers and voting

2010-10-16T20:00:00Z

Less than two weeks ago, and in June of this year, he voted against HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund and Tax Law Amendments. ...

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Section 179 Deduction for Businesses Increased to $500000

2010-10-14T20:00:00Z

HR 5297, known as the "Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010," creates significant benefits for businesses who invest in capital equipment. ...

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TLC & DMTPHA host West Texas Land & Water Conference

2010-10-13T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Lending Bill, HR 5297, would fix the estate tax rate at 35 percent with a $5 million exemption phased in over 10 years and indexed for ...

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2010-10-11T20:00:00Z

10, and HR 5297, a measure establishing a small-business lending fund. Minnick voted for HR 1586, and he successfully pushed an amendment to HR 5297 to make ...

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Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 provides targeted tax incentives for businesses

2010-10-11T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297) (the ...

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To encourage investment, Small Business Jobs Act includes short-term full ...

2010-10-10T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297), which included ...

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Small Business Jobs Act: Eligibility Can Be Greatly Enhanced by Profit Solver

2010-10-07T20:00:00Z

...Okla., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Fee Technology, Inc. CEO, Steve Castillo, suggests that the H.R.5297 Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 will not produce the desired results unless more small businesses can qualify for the Federal funding. However, Mr. Castil

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Small Business Jobs Act: Eligibility Can Be Greatly Enhanced by Profit Solver

2010-10-07T20:00:00Z

2010-10-06T20:00:00Z

Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) voted Thursday for the Senate Amendment to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, which will boost lending to ...

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2010-10-06T20:00:00Z

Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) voted Thursday for the Senate Amendment to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, which will boost lending to ...

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President signs small business legislation impacting all government contractors

2010-10-05T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297), ...

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Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 – key revenue-raising provisions

2010-10-05T20:00:00Z

... Edward L. Froelich and Arthur Man As discussed in our prior client alert, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297, ...

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Florida First Capital Announces SBA "504" Loan Interest Rates Remain at Lowest ...

2010-10-05T20:00:00Z

... of dollars in up-front costs, as well as other program changes included in the recently enacted Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297). ...

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New small business law ends HUBZone priority and adds significant compliance ...

2010-10-04T20:00:00Z

President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297) into law on September 27, 2010. ...

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President signs jobs bill with payroll provisions

2010-10-04T20:00:00Z

The President has signed the Small Business Jobs Bill of 2010, HR 5297, (PL 111-240) on September 27, 2010. The House passed the bill on September 23, 2010. ...

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LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 5, 2010

2010-10-04T20:00:00Z

With shocking disregard for small businesses and the jobs they create in the county, Brian Bilbray just voted "no" on HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and ...

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Congress Passes Tax Bill With Roth 401(k) Rollover Provisions

2010-10-04T20:00:00Z

from Spencer's Benefits Reports: Congress has approved the Small Business Jobs Bill of 2010 (HR 5297), a tax bill that will do the following: (1) permit ...

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Congress "De-Lists" Cell Phones: What Does That Mean for Employer-Provided ...

2010-10-03T20:00:00Z

... Mary B. Hevener, Jerry E. Holmes and Vicki M. Nielsen On September 27, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) (SBJA). ...

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2010-10-03T20:00:00Z

HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (“Act”), was signed into law by President Obama on September 27, 2010. The Act contains significant tax ...

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Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 contains important tax provisions - year end ...

2010-10-03T20:00:00Z

HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (“Act”), was signed into law by President Obama on September 27, 2010. The Act contains significant tax ...

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PIA issues statement on new Small Business Bill

2010-10-03T20:00:00Z

President Obama signed into law the Small Business Bill HR 5297, which temporarily extends bonus depreciation and increases the small business expensing ...

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Commercial properties financed at lower rates

2010-10-02T20:00:00Z

The new HR 5297 small-business legislation hiked the maximum debenture to $5 million from $1.5 million. That means the maximum project size can be $12.5 ...

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Smith Again Votes to Support Small Businesses

2010-10-01T20:00:00Z

The legislation, HR 5297, The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, creates a $30 billion fund that local community banks can access specifically for the ...

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Small Business Jobs Act of 2010

2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297). Provisions contained in the act include: • Increased ...

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Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 - key tax incentive provisions

2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297, the “Act”). The Act includes $12 billion in tax cuts ...

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2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

President Obama's signing of HR 5297 this week marks a significant modification in the law for both corporations and business owners with respect to their ...

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McCarthy displays hypocrisy

2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

McCarthy is listed as a no vote and Jim Costa as a yes vote on HR 5297: "Treasury lending to community banks designed to leverage $300 billion in loans to ...

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2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

President Obama's signing of HR 5297 this week marks a significant modification in the law for both corporations and business owners with respect to their ...

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2010-09-30T20:00:00Z

On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297). Provisions contained in the act include: • Increased ...

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Mailing grossly misrepresented Himes' record

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

... businesses that Jim Himes voted for, but which virtually every congressional Republican opposed, and Senate Republicans blocked for months (HR 5297). ...

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Lawmakers and financial votes: A scorecard

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to pass HR 5297. 15. Wall Street Bailout: Senators on Oct. 1, 2008, passed, 74-25, a bill authorizing the Treasury to spend up to $700 ...

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Consumer Power Report #241

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

One example of how this is the worst Congress ever is the new “Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010” (HR 5297), signed into law on September 27, 2010. ...

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Mailing grossly misrepresented Himes' record

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

... businesses that Jim Himes voted for, but which virtually every congressional Republican opposed, and Senate Republicans blocked for months (HR 5297). ...

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Lawmakers and financial votes: A scorecard

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to pass HR 5297. 15. Wall Street Bailout: Senators on Oct. 1, 2008, passed, 74-25, a bill authorizing the Treasury to spend up to $700 ...

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New law supports lending, tax breaks for SEMA member companies

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, applauded the signing into law of the 'Small Business Jobs and Credit Act' (HR 5297), including $12 ...

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NADCO Celebrates the Signing of the Small Business Jobs Act and the SBA 504 ...

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

MCLEAN, Va., Sept 29, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- In a ceremony at the White House Monday, President Barack Obama signed HR 5297, the Small Business ...

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DAVID ROSMAN: Democrats need to do a better job of selling themselves

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

Politico.com reported that, “included (in HR 5297) is a new… $30 billion Treasury-backed credit facility to boost business lending by smaller community ...

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Kirk Statement on Latest Government Bailout

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released the following statement regarding today's vote on the latest government bailout program (HR 5297): "Following the failure of the ...

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Dems' bill would help more small businesses than extending tax cuts for rich

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

More: "While the objectives of HR 5297 may be laudable, the policy blindly ignores the findings of the Congressional Oversight Panel (COP) which clearly ...

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NADCO Celebrates the Signing of the Small Business Jobs Act and the SBA 504 ...

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a ceremony at the White House Monday, President Barack Obama signed HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 ...

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President Obama Signs Bill With Important Annuitization Provision

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

"ACLI applauds President Obama for signing into law the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297). Among other things, the bill includes a provision that ...

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New tax deductions will impact many businesses

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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McMahon Named Guardian of Small Business by National Group

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

McMahon joined a majority of the House of Representatives in passing HR 5297, The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, which was signed into law ...

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Statement from NAHB Chairman Calling on the Senate to Pass Small Business ...

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

"Congress last week approved a small business lending bill (HR 5297) that fails to allow tens of thousands of small home builders across the nation to ...

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Rep. McDermott Statement on Small Business Jobs Act Becoming Law

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

... WA – Congressman Jim McDermott (D-Wash) issued the following statement after President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act. In ...

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2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

On Monday, President Obama signed into law HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The law includes a series of temporary tax deductions for ...

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Small Business Legislation Could Be a Boon for Small CPA Firms

2010-09-27T11:39:00Z

Included in the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 – passed by the House of Representatives September 23 and the Senate September 16 – is the creation of a $30 billion lending fund that will utilize healthy community banks as a conduit to increase lending to small businesses – a provision that will generate $1 billion for the treasury, according to officials.

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Alliance for Affordable Services Achieves Legislative Victory for Its Members ...

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, Sept 27, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Alliance for Affordable Services is celebrating the passage of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and ...

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Congressional Bill Impacts Horse Buyers

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

The US House of Representatives has passed the amended Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) by a vote of 237 to 187, affirming changes made to the bill by the ...

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Congressional Rollcall

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

23 sent President Obama a deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) authorizing Treasury lending of up to $30 billion to community banks to leverage up to $300 billion ...

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MyWireless.org Applauds Supporters of the 'Small Business Jobs Act'

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

... all bill supporters on both sides of the Capitol after the US House successfully passed the 'Small Business Jobs Act,' HR 5297, by a vote of 237 to 187. ...

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Congress gives final approval to Roth 401(k) rollover bill

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

Under HR 5297, approved on a 237-187 vote by the House of Representatives, participants eligible for a 401(k) plan distribution could roll over part or all ...

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New law extends investment incentives for 2010; More certainty is needed

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

Today, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Bill HR 5297, which temporarily extends bonus depreciation and increases the small business ...

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Alliance for Affordable Services Achieves Legislative Victory for Its Members ...

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

27 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance for Affordable Services is celebrating the passage of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, as a legislative ...

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House Bill Could Provide Added Flexibility for Americans Saving for Retirement

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

Milwaukee, WI (September 27, 2010) – Members of the House today voted 237-187 to approve HR 5297, a bill that includes a provision that could make it easier ...

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COOPER PRAISES TAX CUTS AND ACCESS TO CAPITAL FOR SMALL BUSINESS

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

...- Congressman Jim Cooper (TN-05) praised the passage of the Small Business Job Act (H.R.5297), which he voted for today. The bill provides much needed access to capital for millions of small businesses and offers 8 new tax incentives to companies so tha

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Area Votes in Congress

2010-09-25T20:00:00Z

Voting 237-187, the House sent President Obama a deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) authorizing Treasury lending of up to $30 billion to community banks to ...

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2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to pass HR 5297. 15. Wall Street Bailout: Senators on Oct. 1, 2008, passed, 74-25, a bill authorizing the Treasury to spend up to $700 ...

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Help for RI firms in federal small-business legislation

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

The bill — HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 — has tax breaks and incentives aimed at small businesses. But the loan provisions in the bill ...

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Moran votes for small business bill

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

On Thursday, September 23rd, Congressman James P. Moran (VA-08) voted for the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297), which passed with a vote of ...

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Congress' major votes analyzed

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to pass HR 5297. 15. Wall Street Bailout: Senators on Oct. 1, 2008, passed, 74-25, a bill authorizing the Treasury to spend up to $700 ...

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Brown votes to keep "Don't ask, don't tell"

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

Stephen F. Lynch D-MA (9th) LENDING TO SMALL BUSINESSES: The House agreed to the Senate amendment to the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act (HR 5297), ...

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How they voted

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

•HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (passed 237-187): Teague, yes; Heinrich, yes; Lujan, yes. •HR 5307 - Ultralight Smuggling Prevention Act ...

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SBA Component Beneficial in Small Business Bill, Newtek Says

2010-09-24T20:00:00Z

Congress has completed passage of the Small Business Jobs Bill, HR 5297, continuing higher government guarantees and lower fees on Small Business ...

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Update from Congressman Capuano's Office

2010-09-23T20:00:00Z

The House took several votes this week, including a vote on Senate amendments to HR 5297: Small Business Lending Fund Act. This legislation includes $12 ...

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CTIA-The Wireless Association® Statement on House Passage of Small Business ...

2010-09-23T20:00:00Z

23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- After the House of Representatives passed the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297), which included the MOBILE Cell Phone Act of ...

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ACLI Lauds House for Passing Partial Annuitization Proposal

2010-09-23T20:00:00Z

... applauds the US House of Representatives for approving the partial annuitization provision included in the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297). ...

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SBA Component Beneficial in Small Business Bill, Newtek Says

2010-09-23T20:00:00Z

"Newtek anticipates the benefits from HR 5297, along with our expected Capital One Bank financing and securitization initiatives will significantly improve ...

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PREPARED REMARKS OF HOUSE SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI (D-CA) AT AN ENROLLMENT ...

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

SPEAKER PELOSI: Good afternoon. I have often said to my colleagues that one of the most optimistic steps a person can take, except maybe getting married, ...

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PASTOR SENTENCED IN MORTGAGE SCAM

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, issued the following statement after voting against HR 5297, the so-called Small Business Lending Fund Act: “As a former small ...

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$42 billion measure to aid small businesses

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

The measure, HR 5297, will free up access to credit for small businesses and will offer them tax relief, Salazar said, calling it deficit-neutral over the ...

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HR 5297: Partial Annuitization Measure to Go to Obama

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

Members of the House today voted 237-187 to approve HR 5297, a bill that includes a provision that could make it easier for annuity holders ...

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"One Minutes" (10 per side)

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

Senate Amendment to HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. Frank – Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule) S. 1674 - Improving Access to ...

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Matsui bill creates loans for clean energy

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 would temporarily raise the limit on loans to $4.5 million, from $1.5 million, through Dec. 31, under the SBA's primary loan program for startups ...

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MyWireless.org(R) Applauds U.S. House for Passage of 'Small Business Jobs Act ...

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

... all bill supporters on both sides of the Capitol after the US House successfully passed the 'Small Business Jobs Act,' HR 5297, by a vote of 237-187. ...

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2010-09-21T20:00:00Z

The US House of Representatives is poised this week to send HR 5297 to President Obama's desk. It's a mixture of small tax breaks and tax ...

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TOM WARD - Politician busybodies just keep suffocating us

2010-09-21T20:00:00Z

Last week, the Senate passed HR 5297, a bill that will force the owners or small rental properties like three-deckers to keep track of where they are ...

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Senate passes jobs bill with payroll provisions

2010-09-20T20:00:00Z

The Senate on September 16 approved the Small Business Jobs Bill of 2010, HR 5297. The House, which has no plans to alter the bill, is slated to vote on the ...

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2010-09-20T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act (HR 5297) recently passed the Senate and is expected to be passed this week in the House of Representatives. ...

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Shelby voted "NO" to help small business, says Barnes

2010-09-20T20:00:00Z

On Tuesday Senator Shelby showed his true colors by voting against the bill that would provide tax breaks and lending to small business (HR 5297). ...

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The Hopper: Remainders

2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

Here a few of the bills that have been discussed: * The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (HR 5297) passed the Senate on Thursday, Sept. ...

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2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

In a major victory for small business owners across the country, yesterday the US Senate passed the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) by a vote of 61-38. ...

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2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

In a major victory for small business owners across the country, yesterday the US Senate passed the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) by a vote of 61-38. ...

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First Vote of the Week... Wednesday 6:00 pm

2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

Smith (TX) - Judiciary) Further Action on the Senate Amendment to HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. ...

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Congress Set to Pass ANOTHER

2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

The House this week will send HR 5297 to the President. It's a bill with a series of small tax cuts and tax hikes. One of these tax hikes is a new, ...

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2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

The House has 39 suspension votes scheduled for Wednesday and possible work final passage of TARP, Jr. (HR 5297 - the Small Business Lending Fund Act of ...

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House May Act On Bonus Depreciation

2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

The House bill, HR 5297, which includes the bonus depreciation measure along with a range of small business assistance and tax incentives, was adopted by ...

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2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

In a major victory for small business owners across the country, yesterday the US Senate passed the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) by a vote of 61-38. ...

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2010-09-19T20:00:00Z

The Senate recently passed another stimulus, the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) that is unlikely to create jobs, and shows that Democrats understand ...

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Roth 401(k) rollover bill wins Senate approval

2010-09-18T20:00:00Z

Under the Senate-passed HR 5297, participants eligible for a 401(k) plan distribution could roll over all or part of their account balance into a Roth ...

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Bishop Calls For Immediate Vote On Small Business Jobs Act

2010-09-18T20:00:00Z

Southampton - Congressman Tim Bishop called for an immediate vote on the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act (HR 5297). As a new Labor Department report ...

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Area Votes in Congress

2010-09-18T20:00:00Z

Voting 61-38, the Senate sent the House a deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) authorizing secured Treasury lending of up to $30 billion to community banks to ...

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Chairman Rockefeller Praises Export Promotion Provisions in the Senate Small ...

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

Included within HR 5297 are the provisions of S. 3084, the Export Promotion Act of 2010, which was reported favorably out of the Commerce Committee earlier ...

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Senate Bill Passes With Provision Streamlining Annuity Process

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

The bill, HR 5297, which passed 61-38, is similar to an earlier version passed by the House of Representatives, and reflects an idea that has been around ...

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Capitol crunch time

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

-HR 5297 which would provide $30 billion for loans to small businesses and expand some business tax breaks. -The federal shield law, HR 985, ...

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ACLI Lauds Senate for Passing Partial Annuitization Proposal

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

"ACLI applauds the Senate for approving the partial annuitization provision included in the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297). ...

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Statement of the U.S. Conference of Mayors President Burnsville, MN Mayor ...

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

... a $30 billion lending fund for small community banks and $12 billion in tax cuts by passing the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297). ...

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Advisers could gain from small business legislation

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

Both initiatives are part of HR 5297, The Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010. The Senate passed the bill yesterday in a 61-38 vote. ...

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Bill requires landlords to issue tax form for workers

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

The requirement is part of a bill (HR 5297) approved by the US Senate on Thursday and on track to pass in the House as soon as next week. ...

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US Senate approves bill to help small businesses

2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

Nydia Velázquez (D-NY), the chairwoman of the House Committee on Small Business, commented today on Senate passage of HR 5297, said, "Today's Senate vote is ...

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CARDIN CALLS FOR QUICK PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO AID SMALL BUSINESSES AND ...

2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

... US Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) today urged his colleagues to pass HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act. Senator Cardin is a member of ...

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2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

John Kerry, D-Mass., to end a tax on cell phones passed a cloture vote in the Senate as part of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act. “You can't do business ...

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Roth 401(k) Provision in Broader Senate Bill

2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

Business Insurance reported that the Roth provision, contained in the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297), was approved on a 61 to 38 vote. ...

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2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC (Sept 15) – Work on the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act should resume this morning with all time on the cloture motion set to expire ...

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Cantwell Hails Senate Victory on Small Business Jobs Bill

2010-09-14T20:00:00Z

... to gain from a key Senate victory for the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297), a measure expected to create hundreds of thousands of jobs nationwide. ...

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2010-09-14T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, an amendment to the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) proposed by Sen. Ben Nelson, D-Fla., and supported by the administration, failed a 60-vote ...

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Senate Must Pass Small Business Lending Bill

2010-09-14T20:00:00Z

Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) called upon the Senate to move on a series of small business legislation including HR 5297 - the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act. ...

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USA. NMMA update: Small Business Legislation

2010-09-14T20:00:00Z

The Senate version of the legislation, HR 5297, would extend the Small Business Administration Dealer Floorplan Financing Program (DFP) for three years, ...

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2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

As the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) comes to a vote in Congress next week, Republicans are trying to use it as an opportunity to repeal and weaken the ...

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Posted on: 09.14.10 by Chris Hurn

2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

I've been keeping my eyes and ears open for news about HR 5297 now that Congress is back in session, and have received word that the bill made it through ...

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Another Political stunt to block health care reform

2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

As the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) comes to a vote in Congress next week, Republicans are trying to use it as an opportunity to repeal and weaken the ...

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2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

As the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) comes to a vote in Congress next week, Republicans are trying to use it as an opportunity to repeal and weaken the ...

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2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC (Sept 14) – Just moments ago, the much needed Small Business Jobs Bill, HR 5297 passed a cloture vote with 61 votes, preparing the bill to ...

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Congressional Documents and Publications

2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

According to the Independent Community Bankers of America, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act (HR 5297) that the Senate Democrats are fighting for would ...

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2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

As the Small Business Jobs Act (HR 5297) comes to a vote in Congress next week, Republicans are trying to use it as an opportunity to repeal and weaken the ...

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2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC (Sept 14) – Just moments ago, the much needed Small Business Jobs Bill, HR 5297 passed a cloture vote with 61 votes, preparing the bill to ...

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2010-09-12T20:00:00Z

The Senate version of this (Landrieu-Baucus-Reid) legislation, HR 5297, includes an extension of the Small Business Administration Dealer Floorplan ...

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Dispatch from the Front: The Week of September 13

2010-09-12T20:00:00Z

Debate resumes on HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, with a cloture vote Tuesday at 11 am on the amendment by Sen. Mike Johanns (R-NE) to end ...

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Howell: Profit-taking trims big cotton advance prior to key monthly report

2010-09-11T20:00:00Z

When the Senate returns Tuesday, there will be cloture votes on two amendments to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. One by Johanns would repeal ...

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2010-09-10T20:00:00Z

... today urging its members to ask their senators to support the Johanns Amendment (SA 4596) to the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297). ...

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AVMA Supports Johanns Amendment to Small Business Act

2010-09-10T20:00:00Z

... today urging its members to ask their senators to support the Johanns Amendment (SA 4596) to the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297). ...

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Let's give small businesses a leg-up, spur job growth in Ohio

2010-09-09T20:00:00Z

An amendment to HR 5297, the Small Business Job and Credit Act of 2010, would raise an arbitrary small business lending cap imposed on credit unions in 1998 ...

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NCC supports 1099 reporting requirement repeal

2010-09-08T20:00:00Z

When the Senate returns on September 14, there will be cloture votes on two amendments to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. ...

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The Policy Road Ahead — 2010 Fall Preview

2010-09-08T20:00:00Z

A bill (HR 5297) to fix the long-troubled Medicare physicians' fee schedule that passed the House was bogged down in the Senate over its large cost ($210 ...

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2010-09-06T20:00:00Z

Should HR 5297 pass, it will free up $12 billion in tax breaks and $30 billion in credit lines in an effort to boost hiring. ...

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'Job killer' bills could potentially hurt small business

2010-09-06T20:00:00Z

Two bills of high concern for business in this area are SB 1474 and HR 5297. SB1474 seeks to provide the Agricultural Labor Relations Board with an ...

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Still waiting...

2010-09-05T20:00:00Z

The Senate was unable to pass the House bill; however, in August, Senator Reid committed HR 5297 to the Senate Committee on Finance with instructions to ...

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NAFCU Continues MBL Cap Increase Appeal

2010-09-02T20:00:00Z

has filed an amendment to HR 5297 that would do the same. Two more letters went out yesterday from NAFCU to key lawmakers urging the inclusion of language ...

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Senate To Address Health Tax Issue Opposed By Agents

2010-08-31T20:00:00Z

An amendment to HR. 5297, a small-business lending bill sponsored by Sen. Mike Johanns, R-Neb., would repeal the provision. The Johanns amendment replaces ...

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Health care bill imposes onerous Form 1099 reporting requirements

2010-08-30T20:00:00Z

While HR 5982 recently did not pass, Senate amendments to HR 5297 and the Senate and House versions of the Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act, ...

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Local Credit Union Steps Up to Help Save Jobs at Local Grain Elevator

2010-08-26T20:00:00Z

When the US Senate returns from the August district work period, they will consider HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Creation Act. An amendment offered ...

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White House to Meet with Groups About Truck Buying Incentive

2010-08-26T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Iowa CU Helps Grain Elevator Company Stay Open

2010-08-26T20:00:00Z

When the US Senate returns from the August district work period, they will consider HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Creation Act. An amendment offered ...

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Democrats plug vulnerable members' small-business records

2010-08-26T20:00:00Z

...and worked with the Michigan’s Governor’s office and the rest of the Michigan delegation to fight for it for over a year. (H.R. 5297) · Congressman John Boccieri (OH-16) is visiting small businesses during his Community Walking Tours of the Distri

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International Enforcement Effort Cracks Down on Illegal Hazmat Transport

2010-08-25T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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California Amends Copper Bill Following Negotiations

2010-08-24T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-08-24T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 sponsored by Rep. Bill Nelson, D-Fla. HR 5141 and S 3578 totally eliminate Section 9006 without a “payfor,” an offset that would pay for the repeal. ...

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Give small business the credit it deserves

2010-08-23T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 is good bill that will help us. So, Senators, stop your bickering, get back to work and pass this bill! Rhonda Abrams is the president of The ...

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Will the nations' unemployed job seekers/99ers become a national crisis, if ...

2010-08-22T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Lending bill HR-5297, filibustered in Congress would have given up to 300 million dollars for community banking institutions, ...

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Small Business: Bill wilts in DC

2010-08-21T20:00:00Z

Credit is the lifeblood of business growth, and right now we need an infusion. HR 5297 is good bill that will help us. So, senators, stop your bickering, ...

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CARB Pushes Back Hearing on Proposed Amendments; Workshops Added

2010-08-19T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Obama meets Seattle business owners, stumps for Sen. Murray

2010-08-16T20:00:00Z

The small business legislation, HR 5297, is currently held up in Congress. The bill supporters say it would create a loan fund to help banks with less than ...

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Cloth diapers not viable option for all

2010-08-16T20:00:00Z

Michiana, are you following HR 5297, which is on the Senate floor? This bill provides funds to small businesses on Main Street. This bill is an important ...

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Non-Idaho Carriers See the Benefits of Idaho's Special Trailer Plate

2010-08-12T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Summer Break Ideal Time to Gather MBL Support

2010-08-12T20:00:00Z

NAFCU Director of Legislative Affairs Brad Thaler said once passed by the Senate, the revised Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, HR 5297, will have to go ...

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BIG “I” Calls On Congressional Leaders To Repeal Burdensome Irs Form 1099 ...

2010-08-11T20:00:00Z

D.) and Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) have introduced an amendment that would repeal this 1099 provision to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of ...

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GRATs in 2010: proposed legislation could reduce effectiveness of GRATs

2010-08-09T20:00:00Z

These bills are HR 4849, HR 5486, and HR 5297. All of these bills have identical provisions for the proposed changes to GRATs. ...

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New Clean Energy Bill Would Reinstate Biodiesel Tax Break

2010-08-08T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the biodiesel ...

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Dems, GOP Clash on Small Business Amendments

2010-08-05T20:00:00Z

Any amendment that is decided on would be made to the Small Business Job Acts Bill, HR 5297, which focuses mainly on efforts to create jobs by reviving ...

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According to the SBA 504 Experts, things keep getting better…

2010-08-05T20:00:00Z

We're still keeping tabs on HR 5297, because the Senate's actions will have big implications for business owners, but there's other good news that I need to ...

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Mercantile Capital Corp. CEO Chris Hurn working hard to convince support of ...

2010-08-05T20:00:00Z

Christopher Hurn is stumping to drum up Republican support for HR 5297. "This is a no-brainer for me. HR 5297 will benefit American small businesses. ...

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Congress Joins Fight Over Control of Port Truck Drivers

2010-08-05T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Congress advances bill to provide capital to banks for small business lending

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

The bill, HR 5297, was approved by the House of Representatives on June 17 and received the support of 60 senators in a key procedural vote on July 22. ...

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Pay attention to how they vote

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 would provide tax breaks and tax credits to small businesses that were struggling. It was deficit neutral, and they added some amendments that the ...

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New Legislation Would Allow States to Raise Truck Weight Limits

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Small Business Bill Could Move Before Senate Leaves Town for Recess

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

President Obama has been pushing for passage of HR 5297 in public speeches for the past few weeks, but the measure has stalled in a procedural showdown ...

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Roll Call Report

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

GOP Filibuster: The Senate failed, 58-42, to reach 60 votes for ending a GOP filibuster of a deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) providing tax breaks and new ...

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Stimulus spending and partisan wrangling

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 would give small businesses a needed boost, but lawmakers can't decide how many amendments to consider. After a protracted debate, the Senate passed ...

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FMCSA Will Open Next Phase of CSA 2010 on Aug. 16

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

The measure would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. It would also provide a "stepped-up ...

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The SBA 504 Experts Explain more about HR 5297…

2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

As you know, I've been sending emails and making phone calls over the last several days to drum up support for HR 5297, the small business bill the Senate ...

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PHMSA Proposes New Rule For Explosives Transport

2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Right to Repair Bill Stalled in Massachusetts House

2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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PHMSA Proposes New Rule For Explosives Transport

2010-08-01T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Estate tax reform good for farm families

2010-07-31T20:00:00Z

The best bet in town is a new amendment called the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297) to permanently set the estate tax rate at 35 percent ...

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NAR Says Congress Needs to Act Soon to Ease Credit in Challenged Commercial ...

2010-07-30T20:00:00Z

He commended the panel for passage in June of HR 5297, "The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010," which ensures community banks have both the incentive ...

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HOW THEY VOTED

2010-07-30T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to advance HR 5297 over GOP complaints Democrats had blocked their amendments. Voting for the measure: Nelson; voting against: LeMieux.

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How your lawmakers voted for Aug. 1, 2010

2010-07-30T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to advance HR 5297 over Republican complaints that Democrats had blocked their amendments. No comments have been posted. Be the first poster! ...

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2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 would direct $30 billion in federal assistance to community banks as a means of bolstering lending. ...

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2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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EPA Denies Petitions Challenging Endangerment Finding

2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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Today in Washington - July 30, 2010

2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Cloture on TARP, Jr, HR 5297, was not invoked yesterday on a 58-42 vote. The Senate will have a cloture vote next week on the motion to concur with an ...

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Farm Bureau: Estate tax must be fixed quickly

2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

... copied to other members of the Senate, Farm Bureau supports an amendment to the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297), proposed by Sens. ...

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OOIDA Files Suit Over California's Ammunition Shipping Restriction

2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

The proposal by Lincoln and Kyl would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business Lending bill, to permanently set the estate ...

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Senator Submits Amendment to Extend Biodiesel Tax Credit

2010-07-29T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Backers of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act bill, today had trouble getting the bill to the Senate floor. Members of the Senate voted ...

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Senator Submits Amendment to Extend Biodiesel Tax Credit

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) submitted a proposal Wednesday to amend HR 5297, or the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010, by retroactively extending the ...

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2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Backers of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act bill, today had trouble getting the bill to the Senate floor. Members of the Senate voted ...

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Roll Call Report

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

A yes vote backed a bill (HR 5297) extending $30 billion in Treasury loans to local banks that they would then leverage into $300 billion in business loans. ...

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Conlin campaign: Senator no is at it again

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

The vote today was on debating an amendment to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. The amendment created a Small Business Lending Fund, ...

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NAR Says Congress Needs to Act Soon to Ease Credit in Challenged Commercial ...

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

He commended the panel for passage in June of HR 5297, "The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010," which ensures community banks have both the incentive ...

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Ariz. governor vows to take immigration law to high court

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Jim DeMint of South Carolina and David Vitter of Louisiana announced an amendment to a pending small business bill (HR 5297) that would block the Justice ...

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2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Backers of HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs Act bill, today had trouble getting the bill to the Senate floor. Members of the Senate voted ...

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2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

GOP Senators are in favor of most of the provisions in the bill (HR 5297) which includes around $14 billion in tax breaks and enhancements to current ...

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2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

GOP Senators are in favor of most of the provisions in the bill (HR 5297) which includes around $14 billion in tax breaks and enhancements to current ...

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2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

GOP Senators are in favor of most of the provisions in the bill (HR 5297) which includes around $14 billion in tax breaks and enhancements to current ...

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“Death” Tax legislation

2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

According to Senator Lincoln's office, the proposed amendment to HR 5297, the Business Lending Bill, is being drafted and will be introduced soon. ...

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2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

Ed Perlmutter, D-Colo., to the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297) that would enhance credit markets by allowing small community banks to ...

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The SBA 504 Experts Urgently Need YOUR Help to Pass Much-Needed Legislation…

2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

It's HR 5297, and it has important provisions that will benefit small businesses that use SBA loan programs (primarily the SBA 504 loan). ...

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Letter: Small Business Jobs and Credit Act

2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

This letter is in support of the Native American Investment Initiatives amendment to HR 5297 the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 and our voice is ...

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2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

GOP Senators are in favor of most of the provisions in the bill (HR 5297) which includes around $14 billion in tax breaks and enhancements to current ...

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2010-07-26T20:00:00Z

With the Congressional recess in August fast approaching, the Democrats are looking to pass a small business bill HR 5297, aimed at ameliorating small ...

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Graves Votes No on $30 Billion Small Business Lending Fund

2010-07-26T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC , Jun 17 - Today, House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Sam Graves (R-MO) voted against HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act. ...

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Lloyd Chapman: Contracting Reform Bill Will Trump Obama Jobs Bill

2010-07-26T20:00:00Z

HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 would direct $30 billion in federal assistance to community banks as a means of bolstering lending. ...

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OFFICIAL RELEASE: Statement of Administration Policy on the Senate Amendment ...

2010-07-22T20:00:00Z

The Administration strongly supports Senate passage of the Senate Amendment to HR 5297. Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy and where ...

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2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

While the Senate spent 30 hours debating this bill that both sides knew would be passed by 9:00 pm anyway, they did not have time to talk about HR 5297, ...

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Concerns About T.O.T. Collection

2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

The Supervisors fear it could become a part of pending small business legislation, HR 5297. The Supervisors have sent a letter listing concerns to ...

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On to the House!

2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

While the Senate spent 30 hours debating this bill that both sides knew would be passed by 9:00 pm anyway, they did not have time to talk about HR 5297, ...

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2010-07-19T20:00:00Z

The measure by US Senators Blanche Lincoln, D-Ark., and Jon Kyl, R-Ariz. would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business ...

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Agencies may have to abandon bureaucratese

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

Attached to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) is the Plain Writing Act. The House passed the Plain Writing Act (HR 946) in March, but the Senate ...

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This Week in Washington - July 19, 2010

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

The Senate will return today for another week of debate on TARP, Jr., also known as HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act. The Senate will swear in ...

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Fact Sheet: In the News

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

(Boehner voted NO) Small Business Jobs and Credit Act (HR 5297; passed 6/18/10). Leverages up to $300 billion in loans for small businesses through a $30 ...

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Agencies may have to abandon bureaucratese

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

Attached to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) is the Plain Writing Act. The House passed the Plain Writing Act (HR 946) in March, but the Senate ...

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Dispatch from the Front: The Week of July 19

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

The Senate convenes at 3 pm and returns to HR 5297, Small Business Lending Fund Act. On Tuesday, Carte Goodwin is sworn in as the new Senator from West ...

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Senators Lincoln, Kyl Float Estate Tax Reduction Proposal

2010-07-18T20:00:00Z

The proposal would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, to permanently set the estate tax ...

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2010-07-17T20:00:00Z

So we proposed steps to get them that help": The proposed steps are part of HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. ...

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2010-07-17T20:00:00Z

So we proposed steps to get them that help": The proposed steps are part of HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. ...

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2010-07-17T20:00:00Z

On June 29, Chairman Baucus offered the bonus depreciation provisions in Senate Bill 3513 as an amendment to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) ...

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2010-07-17T20:00:00Z

So we proposed steps to get them that help": The proposed steps are part of HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. ...

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2010-07-16T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR. 5297), which the DeMint-Vitter amendment is attached is expected to go to the senate floor for debate next ...

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Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 Has Moved to Senate for Debate

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

The act, HR 5297, would create the Small Business Lending Fund Program which is designed to provide money to banks to make loans and credit available to ...

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USA. Efforts to improve SBA Dealer Floor Plan Program continue in both House ...

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

Meanwhile in the Senate, a vote on the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297), designed to spur lending and job creation, is currently pending on ...

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House Passes Hate Legislation...Must be Stopped in Senate

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 adjustments to the support for business loans. LOAN RECIPIENTS- With respect to funds received by an eligible institution under the Program, ...

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Small-Business Lending Fund Stalls on Senate Floor

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

The Small-Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297) passed the US House of Representatives on June 28, but Senate leadership pulled the bill from the ...

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AFBF Backs Estate Tax Amendment

2010-07-14T20:00:00Z

... members of the Senate, Stallman said Farm Bureau supports an amendment to the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 (HR 5297), proposed by Sens. ...

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NCBA, PLC Support Lincoln, Kyl Death Tax Reform Proposal

2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

The Lincoln-Kyl proposal would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business Lending bill, to permanently set the estate tax ...

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Udall touts credit-union small-business lending changes; bankers opposed

2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

It is an amendment to HR 5297, a bill would establish a $30 billion fund for business loans by community banks. The larger bill has been passed by the House ...

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Congress grapples with GRATs

2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297) (the "Act"), which the House of Representatives passed on June 17, 2010, would (i) require a minimum ...

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Udall touts credit-union small-business lending changes; bankers opposed

2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

It is an amendment to HR 5297, a bill would establish a $30 billion fund for business loans by community banks. The larger bill has been passed by the House ...

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2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

The Lincoln-Kyl proposal would require the Senate Finance Committee to amend HR 5297, the Small Business Lending bill, to permanently set the estate tax ...

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Unemployment benefits and sex offender laws

2010-07-11T20:00:00Z

The same provision is also in HR 5297, which provides loans to small businesses, and HR 5072, which governs FHA loans. As they stand today HR5618, ...

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This Week in Washington - July 12, 2010

2010-07-11T20:00:00Z

The Senate is expected to return to the TARP, Jr. bill, also known as HR 5297 the Small Business Lending Fund Act. This bill establishes a $30 billion Small ...

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2010-07-11T20:00:00Z

After the lunch time adjournment and caucus meetings, the first bill up for discussion in the afternoon at 14:15, is the HR 5297 – the Small Business jobs ...

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Roll Call Report

2010-07-07T20:00:00Z

A yes vote was to advance HR 5297. David Petraeus Confirmation: Senators confirmed, 99-0, Gen. David H. Petraeus to lead US and NATO forces in Afghanistan, ...

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Connecting the dots: the “new” U.S. banking crisis policy; also, potential new ...

2010-07-01T20:00:00Z

The act creating the Small Business Lending Fund Program [HR 5297] was passed by the House on June 17. On June 29 on a motion by Rhode Island Senator Jack ...

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GRATs: another congressional assault

2010-07-01T20:00:00Z

That counterpart is Senate Finance Committee Substitute Amendment to an unrelated House-passed bill (HR 5297). Should the Senate version proceed through the ...

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2010-07-01T20:00:00Z

The US Senate is expected to vote on the measure as part of a larger bill, the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) , after lawmakers return from the ...

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Cochran & Wicker Cosponsor Plan to Give Tax Break to Gulf Coast Businesses ...

2010-07-01T20:00:00Z

has been offered to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR.5297) now being debated by the Senate. The plan would permit Gulf Coast small businesses in the ...

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This Week in Washington - June 28, 2010

2010-06-27T20:00:00Z

The Senate Agenda - The Senate will vote this week on a motion to proceed to HR 5297, a bill to set up a small business lending fund run by the Department ...

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2010-06-24T20:00:00Z

The Senate schedule is set for consideration of the motion to proceed to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Act of 2010. Note the words, “to proceed to”. ...

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2010-06-24T20:00:00Z

The Senate schedule is set for consideration of the motion to proceed to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Act of 2010. Note the words, “to proceed to”. ...

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2010-06-24T20:00:00Z

The Senate schedule is set for consideration of the motion to proceed to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Act of 2010. Note the words, “to proceed to”. ...

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2010-06-23T20:00:00Z

The amendment to the Act, HR 5297, would require linguistically and culturally appropriate outreach for the Small Business Loan Fund, and to the extent ...

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2010-06-22T20:00:00Z

Washington (PRESS RELEASE – June 23, 2010) — The US House of Representatives this week passed the “Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF) Act,” HR 5297, ...

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2010-06-21T20:00:00Z

The US House of Representatives has passed HR 5297, "The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010," by a vote of 241-182. The bill, sponsored by Rep. ...

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Rep. John Hall touts bill to help small businesses get loans

2010-06-21T20:00:00Z

Hall said HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act, would create a $30 billion fund to provide capital to small banks that lend to small businesses. ...

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2010-06-20T20:00:00Z

... 6:30:00 PM, about his duties in Congress and Bill HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (http://tinyurl.com/create.php) passed by the House. ...

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2010-06-20T20:00:00Z

... will have the same access as other small businesses to loans from a $30 billion program created by HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. ...

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The 7.2% recovery summer - Unions going to work

2010-06-19T20:00:00Z

Even the latest House action (Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297), sponsored by Rep. Barney Frank) aimed at small business loans is ...

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Updates from Congressman Donnelly

2010-06-19T20:00:00Z

On Thursday, I supported The Small Business Lending Fund Act, HR 5297, which would establish a $30 billion small business lending fund in the Treasury ...

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How they voted (June 20)

2010-06-19T20:00:00Z

•HR 5297 Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Passed 241-182) Teague yes, Heinrich yes, Lujan yes. •HR 4213 American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act ...

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2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

The House today passed HR 5297, which will encourage small and community banks to lend to small businesses who have been struggling to get credit during the ...

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US House Passes Jackson-Lee/Cao Amendment to Give Spill-Affected Businesses ...

2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

The House passed the Jackson-Lee/Cao Amendment to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) before passing the Act itself--a bill meant to stimulate the ...

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How your US lawmakers voted this week

2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

The deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) is before the Senate. A yes vote was to pass the bill. Voting yes: Jay Inslee, D-1; Rick Larsen, D-2; Brian Baird, D-3; ...

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House OKs bill to boost small businesses funding

2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

The deficit-neutral bill (HR 5297) is now before the Senate. John Yarmuth, D-Ky., said the bill “does not add anything to the deficit. ...

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Cohen Votes to Support Legislation to Help Small Businesses Grow and Create Jobs

2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN) today voted to support the Small Business Lending Fund Act (HR 5297) – legislation that would help small ...

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2010-06-18T20:00:00Z

The House today passed HR 5297, which will encourage small and community banks to lend to small businesses who have been struggling to get credit during the ...

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Bean Small Business Lending Bill Passes House

2010-06-17T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON - The House today passed Congresswoman Melissa Bean's Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297), which will incentivize increased small ...

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2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

The measure is contained in Title III of HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010. “This economic climate has left many of today's most ...

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Parts Manufacturers Praise Passage of Small Business Lending Provision

2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, DC – The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) praised today's House passage of HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act. The ...

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FLOOR SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010

2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

Complete Consideration of HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. Frank – Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule) H.Res. ...

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2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC – Congressman Leonard Boswell supported and the House passed HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, and HR 5486, the Small Business ...

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Velazquez on the Small Business Lending Fund Act

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 builds on this by establishing additional lending initiatives that will give small businesses even greater financing options. ...

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Today in Washington - June 16, 2010

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

The bill, ”HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act provides 'temporary authority to the Secretary of the Treasury to make capital investments to ...

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2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

HR 5486 is companion legislation to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, which will enhance lending opportunities for small businesses. ...

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2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

HR 5297 builds on this by establishing additional lending initiatives that will give small businesses even greater financing options. ...

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Rep. Tom McClintock on HR 5297 (TARP III)

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

By BillGeorge The proponents tell us that this bill will increase lending to small businesses. To do so they are creating a $30 billion slush fund to make ...

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2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

HR 5486 is companion legislation to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, which will enhance lending opportunities for small businesses. ...

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Today in Congress

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

The House will reconvene at approximately 11:30 am Begin Consideration of HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. ...

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2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

HR 5486 is companion legislation to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, which will enhance lending opportunities for small businesses. ...

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2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

HR 5486 is companion legislation to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, which will enhance lending opportunities for small businesses. ...

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2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

HR 5486 is companion legislation to HR 5297, the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, which will enhance lending opportunities for small businesses. ...

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On Monday, the House will meet at 12:30 pm for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 pm ...

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

Watson - Oversight and Government Reform) HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. Frank – Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule) Possible ...

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2010-06-10T20:00:00Z

The bills in question -- the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297) and the Small Business Jobs Tax Relief Act of 2010 (HR 5486) -- are due for ...

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Obama Pushes for Small-Business Tax Breaks

2010-06-10T20:00:00Z

The bills in question -- the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (HR 5297) and the Small Business Jobs Tax Relief Act of 2010 (HR 5486) -- are due for ...

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This Week in Washington - June 7, 2010

2010-06-06T20:00:00Z

Waters – Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule) Possible Consideration of HR 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Rep. ...

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Paulsen Debt Reduction Amendment Passes Committee

2010-05-19T20:00:00Z

The amendment, offered to HR 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, was co-sponsored by Representatives Leonard Lance of New Jersey and Randy ...

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TWO MEN PLEAD GUILTY IN PERJURY AND CONTEMPT CASE

2010-05-17T20:00:00Z

The House Financial Services Committee will mark up HR 5297 today. Additionally Perlmutter recently introduced HR 5249, the Capital Access for Main Street ...

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