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By FindLaw Staff | Legally reviewed by Chris Meyers, Esq. | Last reviewed November 17, 2022
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There are 31.7 million people employed by small businesses. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses comprise more than 99% of all US businesses. They are economic drivers. It's no wonder that the federal government as well as every state has multiple agencies dedicated to helping new businesses form and succeed.
State small business resources include:
Clearly, there are many agencies and organizations ready to help a new business get off the ground. The table below provides links to state resources for starting a business.
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At the federal level, key agencies include:
Local governments also provide business services:
Many people think of a Chamber of Commerce as a government entity, but it is not. It is a professional network of businesses and business owners. A business may be able to access competitive benefits packages, business products, and even HR expertise through their state Chamber. But local communities may also have a chamber of Commerce.
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