By extending and expanding the 20 percent Qualified Business Income deduction — originally introduced in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 — eligible small business owners can enjoy this permanent reduction on their pass-through income. This keeps more money in the hands of entrepreneurs who work to support our communities' economies.

The long-run impact is substantial: Florida's GDP is projected to rise by $9.6 billion each year after 2035, with 166,000 new jobs created annually as the permanent deduction takes full effect.

The bill doubles the Section 179 deduction cap from the previous $1.25 million to $2.5 million, which empowers business owners to replace more outdated equipment, hire more workers, and take on new projects. Our communities' small business owners are the people who are creating jobs and training the next generation — this provision ensures that they have the tools to keep their doors open and grow revenues.

When a small business invests in new tools and technology, they shouldn't have to wait years to recover those costs. By restoring 100 percent expensing, we've made it easier for businesses to reinvest in themselves and their workers immediately. This is how you grow an economy from the ground up and let entrepreneurs put their money back into their work.

Networking, advocacy, and member resources for businesses in northern Palm Beach County.

The Treasure Coast's longest-running business advocacy organization, headquartered in Stuart.

Resources, networking, and economic development support across St. Lucie County.

Free, confidential consulting and training for startups and growing businesses in the four-county region.

Loan programs, business plan templates, disaster assistance, and access to local SBA district offices.

Tax forms, deadlines, the Small Business Tax Workshop, and guidance on federal tax obligations.

Register to do business with the federal government and search active contracting opportunities.

SBA-affiliated network of volunteer mentors offering free, confidential business advice nationwide.

Trademark and patent registration, intellectual property guidance, and tools for protecting your brand.

Federal employment law compliance tools and resources for employers of any size.

Members of Congress have direct lines of communication with federal agencies. When a constituent has waited months for a response, been denied without explanation, or run into a process that seems broken, our caseworkers can make formal inquiries on your behalf and often get answers within days rather than weeks.

Common small business casework includes SBA loan inquiries, IRS notices, federal contracting questions, and disaster assistance follow-up.

Our office cannot direct an agency to rule in your favor or override an agency's legal authority. We also cannot intervene in matters before a court or in disputes between private parties.

What we can do is make sure your case gets a fair hearing, that deadlines are honored, and that you receive a clear explanation of any decision.

If you're traveling to Washington, our office can help arrange Capitol tours and meetings with relevant agencies. In the district, our offices in Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Jupiter, and Fort Pierce are open to constituents looking for help, information, or simply to meet the team.