Laws, Regulations & Permitting

Regulatory Flexibility Program 

• About the Program

• REGULATORY ALERT:

• Current Proposed Rules Which Could Impact Small Businesses

• Businesses may express their support or opposition to a rule  within the 45-day First Notice period..  To submit comments or to learn more about proposed rules, contact Katy Khayyat at the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Business Information Center via e-mail at Katy.Khayyat@Illinois.gov  or call  217.558.0190.

• Small Business Connection Newsletter

• January 2020 Small Business Connection
• February 2020 Small Business Connection
• March 2020 Small Business Connection

Illinois’ First Stop Business Information Center is a statewide resource for individuals and businesses to obtain comprehensive regulatory and permitting information.  Staff provides professional guidance to entrepreneurs by connecting them with state and local resources. 

Services include:

• Toll free helpline 800.252.2923 or Submit a Question
• Para información en español por favor llamar al: 800.252.2923 o envíe su mensaje por medio del Correo electrónico Sonia.Gerson@illinois.gov
• Business startup kit & business specialists