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Small business owners are paying to access their own money. Congress may have a fix.
By Stacker at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 4 min read
A bipartisan bill targeting America’s payment infrastructure is gaining momentum, and new data on small business cash-flow gaps shows exactly why it matters.
For many small business owners, getting paid is only half the battle. The other half is waiting for the money to arrive.
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Key takeaway Nearly 3 in 5 small business owners (59%) paid an extra fee for instant transfer or fast deposit in the past year, according to the QuickBooks 2026 Late Payments Report.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The plight of small business owners waiting for their earned money to arrive is a familiar concern in El Paso , where entrepreneurs often operate on thin margins. The prospect of a bipartisan bill like the PACE Act gaining momentum in Congress offers a glimmer of hope for local business owners who face cash-flow gaps due to payment processing delays. In a city where small businesses are a vital part of the economy, any effort to modernize the US payment system and reduce the cost of moving money could have a significant impact. For El Paso's small business owners, the ability to access their earnings quickly and without extra fees could mean the difference between paying their own salary on time or taking on debt to stay afloat. As the PACE Act moves forward, El Paso business owners will be watching closely to see if this legislation can bring relief to their cash-flow struggles.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? A bipartisan bill targeting America’s payment infrastructure is gaining momentum, and new data on small business cash-flow gaps shows exactly why it matters.
For many small business owners, getting paid is only half the battle. The other half is waiting for the money to arrive.
Nearly 3 i...
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