Washington Business 2017 AWBI Small Business Report | Page 9

What does regulatory reform look like to you?
“ Less paperwork, not more. Less regulation, not more. Simplify processes for businesses to complete taxes, licenses, etc., so it takes less time.”— Port Angeles Business Owner
washington employment by size of firm( 2013)
500 + Employees 48 % 100-499 Employees 16 % 20-99 Employees 17 %
Source: Small Business Administration 1-19 Employees 21 %
What does regulatory reform look like to you?
“ Healthcare— we are in a crisis and there is no end in sight. Costs have to decrease or small business cannot compete.”
— Ellensburg Business Owner