Government Overreach and Its Impact on Small Businesses
Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.
Friday, August 29, 2025
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with Sandy Moore, CEO of the Pet Advocacy Network, about the significant impact of government regulations on small businesses in the pet industry. They discuss the economic scale of the pet industry, the challenges posed by overreach in regulations, and the implications of legal changes regarding pet ownership. Sandy highlights the importance of consumer protection and the need for a balanced approach to animal welfare, while also addressing the challenges faced by veterinarians and the effects of state laws on pet ownership and sales.
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