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6 Things Every Parent Should Know About Summer JobsIt's that time of the year when students are looking for work.
Warning: Wrong Information Being SpreadAlaska law does NOT require independent contractors to carry workers' compensation insurance on themselves.
Legislature Adjourns for 2013NFIB/Alaska scored some key victories for small business, reports State Director Denny DeWitt.
Ready For The HIT Tax?In an article for the Alaska Business Monthly, Al Tamagni, chairman of NFIB/Alaska's leadership council, writes about a levy most small-business owners didn't see coming.
Legislature Counting Down to Last 10 DaysThings are speeding up and some bills already on way to governor, reports State Director Denny DeWitt is his latest update from Juneau.
Legislature Commemorates NFIB on 70 Years"NFIB has been honored by U.S. presidents, members of Congress, governors and other elected officials for bringing to policy makers an understanding of the critical issues facing small business owners."
Legislature in Last Third of 2013 Regular SessionNFIB/Alaska State Director Denny DeWitt issues another call to members to let their senator and representatives know of their opposition to Senate Bill 43.
You’re Invited to Stop the HITA special roundtable on stopping the Health Insurance Tax is being held for NFIB/Alaska members and other small-business owners, March 28 in Juneau.
Bill Boosting Commercial Vehicle Weight Sent to GovernorNFIB sends state's chief executive letter asking him to sign legislation, reports State Director Denny DeWitt in his latest update from the Capitol.
Medicaid Expansion Put on HoldIn his latest update from the Alaska Legislature, State Director Denny DeWitt reports that deferring the matter will give everyone a better look at future costs.
Congratulations to Member Business Midnight Sun Home CareBetter Business Bureau gives Anchorage firm its 2013 Business of the Year Torch Award.
First Major Bill Sent to Governor’s DeskMore than a third of the first half of the Alaska legislative session has passed, reports State Director Denny DeWitt in his latest report from Juneau.
Would You Like to Receive Our State News Releases?Members have the option of being notified of NFIB/Alaska bulletins at the same time the media are.
Stop The HIT On Small BusinessGuest editorial from Alaska State Director Denny DeWitt and NFIB CEO Dan Danner sent to the state's media on February 21.
Members Testify on Two Big BillsBusiness licenses, felony theft measures lead off NFIB/Alaska State Director Denny DeWitt's fourth report on the legislative session.
You're Invited to Stop the HITA special roundtable on stopping the Health Insurance Tax is being held for NFIB/Alaska members and other small-business owners, February 22.
Workers' Comp. Relief is on Way, Says StateIn his third legislative update from Juneau, NFIB/Alaska State Director Denny DeWitt reports on three other issues commanding particular small-business attention.
Tell Your Legislators to Vote No on Senate Bill 43Take Action Now! Raising the misdemeanor threshold on stolen merchandise from $500 to $1,500 hurts small businesses.
Lots of Legislative Activity, But Little TractionIn his second report from Juneau, State Director Denny DeWitt discusses four letters sent to lawmakers and the governor.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for Alaska's Young EntrepreneursYour tax-deductible donation will allow NFIB to support graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Legislature Convenes for 2013-2014 SessionState Director Denny DeWitt reports from Juneau on the issues already under way.
Comment on Last Night's State-of-the-State AddressNews Release: "We applaud Gov. Sean Parnell for putting forth an agenda that will help home-grown small businesses in real ways."
2013 State Member Ballot ResultsSmall-business owners give their opinion on trespassing, credit reports, and Medicaid.
YEF Scholarship Deadline Extended to Jan. 6Give a state student a helping hand with college tuition.
Vote Your State Member BallotResults center NFIB's lobbying position in Juneau.
Alaska Legislature Organizes for 2013 SessionNFIB Guardian of Small Business Award winner will be the new Alaska Senate president.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
14 Tough Questions to Ask Candidates Wanting Your VoteA practical guide to separate the true friends of small business from those just saying they're pro-small-business.
Two State Legislators Given Nationally Prestigious AwardNews Release--Rep. Tammie Wilson and Sen. John Coghill among only four Alaska lawmakers honored.
Anchorage Member Business in the NewsAt 25, Dia Matteson has become the youngest female Harley-Davidson dealer in America.
Wasilla Representative Named Outstanding LegislatorNews Release--Wes Keller one of only four in Alaska to win NFIB honor.
Anchorage Representative Named Outstanding LegislatorNews Release--Craig Johnson one of only four in Alaska to win NFIB honor.
2012 Small Business Conference a Huge HitNFIB/Alaska's annual event drew top policy and campaign experts and elected officials.
Governor Allows Autism Mandate to Become LawNFIB/Alaska disappointed at chief executive's action by inaction.
Local Comment on Today's Release of SBETNews Release--National economic barometer is stagnant. "No signs that economic activity will pick up."
Letters to Governor Needed ImmediatelyVeto of Senate Bill 74 needed to prevent rise in health-insurance premiums.
It's not too late to join Small Business on June 13 in AnchorageThe NFIB/Alaska Small Business Conference is your chance to network, hear from top policymakers.
Alaska Represented at NFIB Summit in Washington, D.C.Visits to Senators Murkowski and Begich and Congressman Don Young included small business gathering.
Ketchikan High School Senior Wins YEF ScholarshipNews Release--Student one of 131 nationally to get Young Entrepreneurship award.
Regular Session Ends With Some Small Business VictoriesIn his wrap-up report, NFIB/Alaska State Director Denny DeWitt says the greatest successes came from defeats of bad legislation.
Loaded Mandate Gun Pointed at Small Business' HeadNFIB/Alaska urges members to act now, before it's too late. Unfair and unequally applied health-insurance requirement will push premiums out of affordability's reach.
Reaction to Today's Dangerous Drop in Key Business IndicatorNews Release--Alaska lawmakers not helping national economic mood with threats of costly new mandate.
May 4 Deadline for NominationsYou can nominate your own or another business for the Governor’s North Star Awards for International Excellence.
Stolen Property Recovery Bill Sent to GovernorIn his sixth update from Juneau, State Director reports on the advancement on another NFIB-backed bill on the gross weight of commercial vehicles.
Stolen Property, Truck Weight Bills AdvanceNFIB steps up lobbying for two measures beneficial to small business, monitoring two others.
Costly Autism Mandate Passes SenateSenators John Coghill, Fred Dyson, Cathy Giessel, Charlie Huggins, and Bert Stedman stand up for small business by voting ‘No’ on Senate Bill 74.
Is a Mandatory Health Insurance Exchange a Done Deal?The Alaska Policy Forum argues that a federal law requiring the state to establish one is full of legal, logical, and logistical holes.
Health-Care Mandate DerailedIn his fourth legislative report from the Capitol, State Director Denny DeWitt discusses an NFIB victory in having a costly requirement made optional.
Legislation Churns Through CommitteesIn his latest report from the Capitol, State Director Denny DeWitt says texting while driving and hiring of veterans bills being brought back.
Legislative Session Moving FastIn his second report from Juneau, State Director Denny DeWitt discusses the rapid progress of five bills either harmful or helpful to small business.

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