Proclamation 9270-National Small Business Week, 2015
Issued 2015-05-01 by Barack Obama
Plain-English Overview
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President Obama issued this proclamation to designate May 4-8, 2015 as National Small Business Week. The proclamation is a ceremonial declaration that recognizes the contributions of small businesses to the American economy and calls upon Americans to acknowledge their role in communities across the country. According to the proclamation, small businesses employ half of the country's private sector workforce and create nearly two out of every three new jobs.
The proclamation highlights several administration initiatives aimed at supporting small businesses, including 18 tax cuts that have been signed into law and the QuickPay initiative, which the proclamation states has generated over $1 billion in cost savings for small businesses. It also mentions SupplierPay, a partnership with the private sector designed to increase working capital for small businesses, and references the SHOP marketplace created under the Affordable Care Act, where small businesses can shop for health coverage.
This type of presidential proclamation is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or impose legal requirements. It serves to bring national attention to small businesses during a designated week and express the President's recognition of their importance to the economy. The proclamation has been a presidential tradition since George Washington.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "Proclamation 9270-National Small Business Week, 2015" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to small business. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
Official Summary
Administration of Barack Obama, 2015 Proclamation 9270—National Small Business Week, 2015 May 1, 2015 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation America's small businesses are the backbone of our economy, employing half of our country's private sector workforce and creating nearly two out of every three new jobs in our country. Representing the quintessential American ideals of hard work and ingenuity, small businesses—from startups to mom-and-pop shops—are crucial to our national prosperity and economic security. During National Small Business Week, we recommit to advancing these vital enterprises, and we celebrate their contributions to our collective American story. From day one, my Administration has made supporting our Nation's small businesses a priority. We have fought to ensure our tax code reflects our values and encourages growth, and part of that effort includes making sure those who take risks and do the hard work of turning a good idea into a great business get a fair deal. That is why I have signed into law 18 different tax cuts for small businesses, which are helping them thrive in the 21st-century economy. By investing in our infrastructure, expanding access to credit, and assisting entrepreneurs as they st