AL Small Business Policy News & Information

The latest news and information from NFIB in Washington, D.C., and in Alabama.

What to Expect on Legislatures' Last DayProposed state constitutional amendment shoring up Alabama's right-to-work law is expected to come up on the last day of session.
Historic Property Tax Credit Bill PassesThe legislation creates a state-run tax credit program for historic property renovations.
Have You Updated Your Disaster Plan?The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1. Before it's too late, make sure you're prepared to keep your business up and running in the event of a storm or some other natural disaster.
LEGISLATIVE LINKS: Bill Would Let Businesses Get Licenses OnlineThe legislation calls for a website where employers can apply for, purchase and renew state and municipal business licenses.
Governor Congratulates NFIB on Its 70th AnniversaryFounded in 1943, NFIB is the nation's largest small-business association with 350,000 members and offices in all 50 state capitals and Washington, D.C.
Small Business Day Brings NFIB Members to MontgomeryThe event gave small-business owners from around the state the opportunity to learn more about what's happening in Montgomery -- and to help the voice of small business be heard in the Legislature!
Daphne, Montgomery Students Earn YEF ScholarshipsThe NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation honors high school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Governor Signs 'Red Tape Reduction Act'NFIB/Alabama fought for the legislation, which is intended to reduce costly and burdensome new rules and regulations affecting small businesses.
LEGISLATIVE LINKS: 'Red Tape Reduction Act' Clears LegislatureOther issues on lawmakers' agenda include unemployment law and property taxes
Government Cracking Down on Employers Over ImmigrationNFIB/Alabama State Director Rosemary Elebash and Opelika attorney Thomas M. Eden III have partnered with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System on a series of videos explaining federal law to employers.
LEGISLATIVE LINKS: 'Red Tape Reduction Act' Clears SenateThe legislation would require state agencies to provide a fiscal impact on the costs to a small business for implementation of a new state rule or regulation.
STATEMENT: Small Business Supports Roby's Comp-Time LegislationNFIB/Alabama supports U.S. Rep. Martha Roby's commonsense bill, which will allow employers to offer workers time off in exchange for working overtime.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: The 2013 Session is Halfway OverThe Legislature returned from spring break on April 2. By law, they have to wrap up by May 20.
Support a Young Entrepreneur: Buy a Glass of Lemonade on Lemonade Day
Support the next generation of small-business leaders by pledging to buy a glass of lemonade from a budding entrepreneur in your neighborhood this spring or summer!
Bill Would Earmark Possible Deepwater Horizon Settlement for Trust FundThe legislation would take proceeds from any monetary settlement or legal disposition and use them to repay funds transferred from the Alabama Trust Fund.
NFIB/Alabama Speaks Out in Support of Business Tax BillThe legislation would help small-business owners by changing how business personal property taxes are reported.
NFIB Working With Legislators, Agencies on Business Tax LegislationCompanion bills in the House and Senate would exempt dormant entities from the state business privilege tax.
'Red Tape Reduction' Act Clears Senate CommitteeThis legislation, which we support, will require a state agency which proposes a rule to prepare and file a financial impact to business before implementing the rule and to review agency rules every five years.
Bill on Trust-Fund Repayment Reaches GovernorThe legislation would require repayment of the $437 million borrowed from the Alabama Trust Fund to shore up the state's General Fund over the next three years.
CHART: Who Does NFIB/Alabama Really Represent?The answer might surprise you!
Help Us Fund Scholarships for Alabama's Young EntrepreneursThe NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award is a college scholarship for students who have started their own small businesses.
FYI: Law Provides for Disqualification of Unemployment Benefits for Refusal of WorkUnder Alabama law, workers may not draw unemployment compensation benefits for up to ten weeks if they turn down a reasonable offer of employment.
What's New with Alabama's State Income TaxChanges include free electronic filing and the option of receiving your state refund in the form of a debit card.
New Officers for NFIB/Alabama Leadership CouncilLeadership Council members assist in developing the association’s statewide agenda and building strategies to support small businesses throughout the state.
Meet NFIB/Alabama's New Member Support ManagerTommy Culligan will work closely with State Director Rosemary Elebash to help NFIB members engage in the legislative and political processes.
WATCH: Here's What Every Alabama Employer Should Know About the Affordable Care ActNFIB/Alabama State Director Rosemary Elebash moderates a six-part webinar on what the federal health-care law known as "Obamacare" means to small-business owners like you.
Sales-Tax Holiday on Emergency Supplies is Feb. 22-24NFIB/Alabama fought for legislation waiving the state sales tax on batteries, tarps, radios and other gear you need when there's severe weather.
Time is Running Out to Vote Your Member Ballot
We need to hear from you! We're only a few weeks from the start of the 2013 legislative session, and we need to know where YOU stand on the key issues facing the state's small-business community!
Deadline to Apply for a YEF Scholarship EXTENDED to Jan. 6The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation award recognizes graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Alabama: Shop Local on Small Business SaturdayShopping at small, locally-owned businesses is a way people can invest in their communities this holiday season!
Meet NFIB/Alabama's New Member Support ManagerSarah Waters will work closely with State Director Rosemary Elebash to help NFIB members engage in the legislative and political processes.
U.S. Rep. Martha Roby Honored as Guardian of Small BusinessNFIB presents the award to lawmakers who stand up for small business.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Vote YES on Amendment 7Amendment 7 is a proposed state constitutional amendment defending people's right to cast secret ballots when voting on whether to organize their workplace or elect someone to public office.
Alpine Entrepreneurs Earn NFIB/Alabama's Small Business Champion AwardThe award recognizes NFIB members who go the extra mile to support the association and small-business owners statewide.
Brooks Honored as Guardian of Small BusinessGuardian awards are given to U.S. senators and representatives who vote favorably on key small business issues at least 70 percent of the time. U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks has a 100 percent voting record.
National Preparedness Month: Is Your Business Ready for a Fire or Natural Disaster?Disaster can strike at any time. Invest the time now to create a disaster plan for your small business.
How to Navigate the Insurance Process When Disaster StrikesWe're in the middle of hurricane season. Hurricane Isaac just socked Louisiana and Arkansas, and more Atlantic storms are possible. Here are some tips for rebuilding your small business after a hurricane or another disaster.
NFIB/Alabama Connects You with the DecisionmakersState and federal elected officials listen to what we have to say.
Upcoming Sales Tax Holiday a Big Help to Small BusinessesAlabama's tax holiday will help stores still recovering from the recession.
WATCH: NFIB/Alabama State Director Speaks Out on Obamacare RulingRosemary Elebash joined state Attorney General Luther Strange for a news conference to discuss the Supreme Court ruling.
Bentley Signs Bill Easing Tax Burden on Small BusinessThe NFIB/Alabama Tax Advisory Council proposed the legislation, which brings state law in sync with the IRS' 'innocent spouse' provisions.
Sales-Tax Holiday for Disaster Preparedness is July 6-8Tax-exempt supplies will range from portable generators to cell-phone chargers and duct tape.
New Alabama Fuel Tax is Coming SoonBeginnign this fall, the point of taxation of motor fuels from the “distributor level” to the “terminal rack level” or to the point when the fuels are imported into Alabama.
NFIB/Alabama Scored Big Wins for Small BusinessOur victories in the 2012 Legislature included sparing small businesses from a costly new health-insurance mandate, putting the brakes on new rules and regulations that affect our members and making it easier for employers to comply with Alabama's tough immigration law.
NFIB/Alabama to Co-Host Workplace Safety Seminar in MobileThe event will be May 31 in Mobile and will be co-hosted by AlaCOMP and the Occupational Safety Association of Alabama.
Unemployment Fraud Bill Becomes LawNFIB/Alabama strongly supported the legislation as a way to reduce the need for higher unemployment taxes on small businesses.
Alabama Students Receive NFIB Young Entrepreneur AwardsWhile some of their classmates were looking for part-time jobs, these graduating seniors were building their own small businesses.
'ONE SPOT' Signed Into LawThe bill is a perfect example of how lawmakers can streamline government operations to better serve Alabama taxpayers.
This is How Lawmakers Want to Change Alabama's Immigration LawWe're working with House and Senate leaders on revisions that would ease the regulatory burden on small-business owners like you.

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