AR Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Pryor Puts Big Labor Before Small BusinessU.S. Sen. Mark Pryor recently voted against a measure to effectively nullify a recent National Labor Relations Board ruling that has led to "ambush elections."
Senator Pryor: Vote "YES" on Resolution Opposing 'Ambush' Union ElectionsContact Sen. Mark Pryor's office TODAY and ask him to vote "YES" on a resolution to stop Big Labor from ambushing small businesses!
Survey Shows Small-Business Owners Still Wary of Economic RecoveryNFIB/Arkansas State Director Sylvester Smith says the numbers show employees are still concerned about the speed of the recovery.
Could Your Business Survive a Disaster?The recent tornadoes that tore across parts of the Midwest and South highlight the need for small-business owners to plan ahead.
NFIB/Arkansas Members Visit General AssemblyState Director Sylvester Smith led a group of small-business owners to the State Capitol to learn more about the issues affecting them.
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Help us spread the word about NFIB/Arkansas by inviting Sylvester Smith to speak at your group's next meeting.
Learn the Basics of E-Verify and I-9 RequirementsWatch this replay of our recent webinar with attorney Christina Wallace to find out your obligations when it comes to verifying whether a job applicant can legally work in the United States.
Deadline to Apply for an NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship is Dec. 15Graduating high school seniors with their own businesses could earn a scholarship worth $1,000 to $10,000.
E-Verify Essentials Webinar November 30Immigration law enforcement through mandatory use of E-Verify is on the rise. Join the webinar presented by a nationally recognized immigration law attorney who will walk business owners through the E-verify program.
BLACK FRIDAY: Shop Small, Help the Local EconomyShop at small businesses the Saturday after Thanksgiving -- and throughout the holiday season!
Supreme Court to Hear NFIB's, States' Health-Care LawsuitNFIB and 26 states argue that the individual mandate, which requires everyone to buy health insurance, is unconstitutional.
WATCH: How a Torrent of New Regulations Will Affect Your Small BusinessFind out what’s going on -- and what you can do about it -– in this replay of our recent webinar with NFIB's manager of regulatory policy.
You Might Need a License to Play Music in Your Small BusinessHere's what you need to know before turning on a radio, TV or CD player.
Washington's Cure for Health-Care Crisis: Higher Taxes, More PaperworkWe're challenging the federal health-care law in court, but it's still on the books, and you're required to follow each and every mandate. Sign up for NFIB's free webinar to learn more about your obligations.
Arkansas' Small Business Owners Unimpressed with President's Jobs PlanThey wanted to hear the president was finally going to back off when it comes to overreaching regulations and simply let small business owners do their jobs, but what they heard was more of the same.
Washington Wants to Fine You Because You're Not PsychicOSHA is working on a new regulation requiring employers to have an Injury and Illness Prevention Program that would have to include every conceivable accident that could happen at your workplace. If there’s an accident you didn't plan for, you’d have to pay a hefty fine.
How Do Government Regulations Hurt Arkansas' Small Businesses?NFIB has launched a campaign to ease the bureaucratic burden on America's job creators. Tell us your stories!
NFIB Applauds Congressman Ross’ Support for Repealing “HIT” on Small Business
Arkansas' 1st Sales-Tax Holiday Will Be Good for Small BusinessNFIB/Arkansas backed legislation creating the holiday, which will be Aug. 6-7.
Texarkana Packs the House for Healthcare Reform DiscussionA few dozen small business owners came to hear - and voice their concerns - about the new healthcare law and how it affects them.
What Happens if Pirates Use Your Wi-Fi to Steal Music and Movies?Take steps to prevent customers or someone else from logging in and using your account to illegally download copyrighted material.
Could Your Small Business Survive a Natural Disaster? (Video)Parts of the South were devastated by tornadoes and floods this spring and summer, but disaster can strike at any time, in any season. Here's some advice on creating a disaster plan for your business.
Keep Up with Paperwork Documenting Workers' Legal StatusAccording to published reports, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has begun notifying 1,000 businesses nationwide it wants to review their I-9 forms and other documents to make sure they are hiring only people authorized to work in the United States.
NFIB Health-Care Summit is July 20 in TexarkanaTopics will include the legal challenge to the federal health-care law, employer mandates and health savings account restrictions.
2011 Russellville High Graduate Wins Young Entrepreneur AwardThe winner of the $1,000 NFIB/Sam's Club Young Entrepreneur Award is 2011 Russellville High School graduate Brant Bauman of Russellville.
Smith: Don't Demonize Independent ContractorsNFIB/Arkansas State Director Sylvester Smith says labor unions won't give up their bid to classify independent contractors in the construction sector as employees.
U.S. Rep. Griffin Tells NFIB Members He Wants to Trim the BudgetU.S. Rep. Tim Griffin says, "We do not have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem."
Challenges Remain as Arkansas' Legislative Session Winds DownNFIB/Arkansas continues to work on bills concerning unemployment insurance, taxes and worker classification.
Free Webinar on Essential Workplace Policies, April 13, from NFIB/ArkansasAre you unsure how to handle problem employees? Have you written more than one internal policy memo this past year? Do your employees constantly ask about sick leave, dress codes, or vacation time? If your answer is yes to any of these questions then you need to attend this free webinar on April 13.
Bills Would Give Employers More Time to Respond to Unemployment ClaimsLegislation grew out of discussions at this year's Small Business Day at the Capitol.
VIDEO: 'We've Got to Change the Laws from the Inside Out'Speaking at Small Business Day at the Capitol, Lt. Gov. Mark Darr tells NFIB/Arkansas members that the best way to help small business is for them to get more involved in the political process.
National Entrepreneurship Week: Encourage Young People in their Entrepreneurial SpiritNational Entrepreneurship Week is happening February 18-25, 2012, highlighting how independent business owners are important mainstays of American Society. Learn more about NFIB’s Young Entrepreneur Foundation and donate to the Young Entrepreneur Awards to show your support for the next generation of small business owners.
NFIB Names New Member Support Manager for ArkansasAshleigh Amburn will help us engage small business owners in the election of pro-business candidates, and in bringing the voice of small business to the state capitol.
Don't Forget to Return Your NFIB/Arkansas Member BallotYour input determines the positions we take on issues affecting small businesses like yours!
Taxes, Unemployment Insurance Will Be Hot Topics in LegislatureNFIB/Arkansas State Director Sylvester Smith talks about how things are shaping up for small business so far this session.
General Assembly Returns to Little Rock on Jan. 10NFIB/Arkansas will be there to promote and protect the right of our members to own, operate and grow their businesses!
NFIB/Arkansas Plans Series of Free Webinars for Small Business OwnersThis is a great chance to connect with experts on how to improve your small business!
NFIB Sends Letter Supporting Tester AmendmentAmendment to Food Safety Modernization Act must be included in order to protect small-scale farmers and producers from new regulatory burdens.
How Many NFIB/Arkansas-Endorsed Candidates Won on Election Day?Our members turned out in force to support the candidates who support small business!
Don't Forget To Download Your 2010 Arkansas Small Business Voter GuideElection Day is Nov. 2!
What Does NFIB's Endorsement Mean to the Candidates?WATCH: We're supporting hundreds of candidates for state and federal office this November. Our support means a lot to them, but don't take our word for it. Listen to what the candidates themselves have to say.
Arkansas Members of Congress Honored as Guardians of Small BusinessWhich lawmakers stood up for small business in the 111th Congress?
Take Action: The Small Business Tax Increase Clock is TickingLearn how the small business tax increase clock is ticking! Tell Congress to make current tax rates permanent before small business is hit with a massive tax increase.
Miss Our Webinar on Arkansas' Unemployment System? Catch the Replay Here!The state's unemployment insurance fund is under tremendous pressure. Find out what it means for your small business!
NFIB/Arkansas to Host Unemployment Insurance WebinarWhat's in store for Arkansas' unemployment insurance program? Find out at our free webinar on Thursday, Aug. 12.
Just the Facts: Small Business Healthcare Tax CreditSupporters claim 4 million small businesses are eligible for the credit, but sadly the fact is less than 2 million small businesses will receive it. See your state's estimates.
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In Case You Missed It -- Arkansas Runoffs
Arkansas' runoff races were held June 8.
NFIB/Arkansas Congratulates NFIB Scholarship Winner
The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation scholarships recognize students who start their own small businesses.
In Case You Missed it -- Arkansas Primary
Find the complete results of the election with these links.

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