About this episode

The episode discusses how small businesses have driven job growth in Illinois and explores policies to support their growth post-COVID-19.

Both before and after the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses led Illinois' job growth. What policies can the state adopt to further encourage small-business growth and promote economic vitality in Illinois? Bryce Hill, director of fiscal and economic research at the Illinois Policy Institute, shares his recommendations on today's episode

People in this episode

Guest: Bryce Hill

Topics covered

• small business
• economic recovery
• job growth
• Illinois policy
• COVID-19 impact

Keywords

• small businesses
• Illinois
• job growth
• economic policies
• COVID-19 recovery

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Illinois Policy Institute

Places: Illinois

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