Staff Reports

SBA to host webinars on becoming a federal contractor

Are you interested in becoming a federal contractor?

The Small Business Administration is hosting several upcoming webinars that will provide information on how to do federal government contracting, which represents a big opportunity for small business growth.

Certification programs help small business owners compete for and win federal contracts. Through MySBA Certifications, small business owners can apply for multiple federal contracting certifications with one login and one application.

The new training series (via webinars) helps small business owners understand the basics.

Thursday, July 3 at 2pm ET: Preparing for MySBA Certification
Tuesday, July 8 at 2pm ET: Mentor Protégé & Empower to Grow Programs
Thursday, July 10 at 2pm ET: Certification Eligibility Requirements
Thursday, July 17 at 2pm ET: Navigating the Application Process

89th Legislature: Bills affecting employers

The 2025 general session of the Texas Legislature resulted in several bills that will impact employers, the most important of which appear below in a list prepared by William T. Simmons, who serves as legal counsel to Texas Workforce Commission Commissioner Joe Esparza. The list is organized into subject areas

Abbott announces $7.3 million in workforce skills training grants

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has announced more than $7.3 million in Texas Talent Connection grants awarded to 22 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state. Since 2015, Abbott has awarded more than $57 million in Texas Talent Connection grants. The current grants include

School supply collection event slated for Saturday, June 28, at Railyard Park in Waxahachie

The Ellis County Sheriff's Office, Waxahachie Police Department, and North Ellis Emergency Communications Centers will host a 911 Gives Back initiative from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 28, at Railyard Park in downtown Waxahachie. This is a community outreach event designed to support local families by collecting

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