SB 649

This bill requires the Department of Administration to establish on the

Internet a clearinghouse of information for small businesses in Wisconsin. Under

the bill, DOA must coordinate with the Wisconsin Economic Development

Corporation, the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, the

Departments of Workforce Development and Revenue, local governments, local

economic development organizations, and any other person DOA considers

appropriate, to publish information relevant to small businesses on the

clearinghouse, including information relating to all of the following:

1. Bidding opportunities for small businesses to participate in state and local

government contracts.

2. Economic development programs, whether public or private, that may offer

benefits to small businesses.

3. Courses of instruction, networking opportunities, and other events or

opportunities encouraging the establishment, development, and expansion of small

businesses.

4. Requirements for small businesses to obtain from the state or a local

government any license, permit, or other authorization.

5. Requirements for small businesses to pay any tax, fee, assessment, or other

charge imposed by the state or a local government.