As a businessman, I know firsthand the power of small businesses as a driver of economic growth, not just for the owners but for the 60 million small business employees in the United States. While the underlying bill makes the playing field fairer for American workers, my amendment clarifies that the National Labor Relations Board jurisdictional standards for small businesses remain consistent, ensuring small businesses have the stability they need to develop long- term business plans. The NLRB uses businesses' gross annual volume to determine whether a company is subject to its standards, with different thresholds for different types of businesses. My amendment ensures existing thresholds do not change. Madam Chair, we cannot keep shifting the goalposts for millions of Americans. Small businesses need stability to strategize and consistency to create jobs. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support small businesses across America and adopt this amendment. Madam Chair, I reserve the balance of my time.
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