Governor Abott commences his Small Business Freedom Council

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) – On Dec. 4, Governor Greg Abott announced the launching of his Small Business Freedom Council. The purpose of this launch is to review government efficiency for businesses in Texas.

“One of my priorities as Governor is to empower small business owners and entrepreneurs by providing the best environment for small business growth,” Abott said in the letter. “To make it even easier for small businesses to operate in Texas, I am instructing the Office of Small Business Assistance in my Economic Development and Tourism Office to recommend the elimination of rules, fees, and regulations that create barriers to the success of our small businesses and entrepreneurs. Your input in this process is invaluable. I ask that you identify any rules, permits, fees, or regulations in your agency that may hamper small business formation, operation, and growth. I created a Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council, chaired by Glenn Hamer, CEO of the Texas Association of Business, and Jeff Burdett, Texas State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business, to review these recommendations and report back to my office. Together, we will ensure that Texas remains the best place to live, work, and start a business.”

Abott had also sent letters to Texas state agencies directing them towards their provision of recommendations for the cutting of unnecessary government regulations.

The recommendations are to be submitted to the Governor’s office by Jan. 13, 2025, where the council will review the information submitted and provide a report.

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