Comments on IRS enforcement actions.   The Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman and 10 Regional Fairness Boards were established to receive comments from small business about federal agency enforcement actions. The Ombudsman will annually evaluate the enforcement activities of each agency and rate its responsiveness to small business. If you wish to comment on the enforcement actions of the IRS, you can:

• Call 1-888-REG-FAIR (1-888-734-3247),
• Send an e-mail to [email protected], or
• Download the appraisal form at www.sba.gov/ombudsman.

Small Business Administration

The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers training and educational programs, counseling services, financial programs, and contract assistance for small business owners. The SBA also has publications and videos on a variety of business topics. The following briefly describes assistance provided by the SBA.

Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs).   SBDCs provide counseling, training, and technical services to current and prospective small business owners who cannot afford the services of a private consultant. Help is available when beginning, improving, or expanding a small business.

Business Information Centers (BICs).   BICs offer a small business reference library, management video tapes, and computer technology to help plan a business. BICs also offer one-on-one assistance. Individuals who are in business or are interested in starting a business can use BICs as often as they wish at no charge.

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).   SCORE provides small business counseling and training to current and prospective small business owners. SCORE is made up of current and former business people who offer their expertise and knowledge to help people start, manage, and expand a small business. SCORE also offers a variety of small business workshops.

Personal computer. With your personal computer and modem, you can access the SBA on the Internet at www.sba.gov. While visiting the SBA web site, you can find a variety of information of interest to small business owners.

Phone. Call the SBA Answer Desk at 1-800- UASK-SBA (1-800-827-5722) for general information about programs available to assist small business owners.

Walk-in. You can walk in to a Small Business Development Center or Business Information Center to request assistance with your small business. To find the location nearest you, access the SBA on the Internet or call the SBA Answer Desk.

Other Federal Agencies

Other federal agencies also publish publications and pamphlets to assist small businesses. Most of these are available from the Superintendant of Documents at the Government Printing Office. You can get information and order these publications and pamphlets in several ways.

Personal computer. With your personal computer and modem, you can access the GPO on the Internet at www.access.gpo.gov.

Phone. Call the GPO at 1-202-512-1800. This is not a toll-free call.
 

Mail. Write to the GPO at the following address.
 
 

Superintendent of Documents
U.S. Government Printing Office
P.O. Box 371954
Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954

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