ID Small Business Policy News & Information

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

So Where Do We Stand As A State?Three report cards give Idaho fair to good grades.
$25 Million in Tax Relief Won This YearNFIB had a terrific 2013 session, but small business faces some big challenges next January.
2013 Legislative Wrap-Up ReportLower workers' compensation rates and higher ceilings on business personal property taxes were two victories for small business.
Pocatello High School Senior Wins YEF ScholarshipNews Release--Education Foundation of NFIB looking to help America's future entrepreneurs.
Two Report Cards Issued on StateTax Foundation, Mercatus Center gives Idaho only average grades for business.
Would You Like To Be A Small Business Leader?NFIB/Idaho is recruiting members for its Leadership Council.
Meet Your New Member Support ManagerAnthony Smith brings the right blend of business and political experience to new job.
Top State Officials Meet With MembersNFIB/Idaho's Annual Legislative Reception drew the lieutenant governor and more than 40 lawmakers.
Session Enters Final PhaseGovernor's health-exchange bill rewritten, dueling dills to eliminate personal property tax top activities, reports State Director Suzanne Budge from the Capitol.
Still No Bill Eliminating Personal Property TaxBusiness coalition fraying as local and county governments, school districts winning lawmakers over to not ending droplet of revenue they claim is irreplaceable.
Small-Business Legislative Reception, March 7News Release--Main Street entrepreneurs from around state to discuss issues with legislators.
Health Exchange Bill Takes Center StageIn her second report from the Capitol, NFIB/Idaho State Director Suzanne Budge also reports on the progress on an effort to eliminate the person property tax.
Pro & Con: State Health-Care ExchangeIn two guest editorials exclusive to NFIB/Idaho, Senators Dean Cameron and Russ Fulcher argue for and against creating a state-run, health-care exchange.
Historic Number of New Legislators Open SessionGovernor proposes giving local government power to tax in exchange for eliminating personal property tax.
2013 State Member Ballot ResultsSmall-business owners give their opinion on expanding Medicaid coverage, trespassing, credit reports in hiring decisions, and a super majority for tax increases.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for Idaho's Young EntrepreneursYour tax-deductible donation will allow NFIB to support graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Want to be a Small-Business Leader?NFIB is recruiting members to serve on its Leadership Council.
Build It Here--Or Let Washington Do It?No issue is shaping up to be more contentious for the Legislature than the health-insurance exchange.
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 Boise.
Legislature Remains Unchanged After Election DayA generally pro-small-business tilt will continue in House and Senate.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
25 Legislative Candidates Win NFIB's EndorsementNews Release--State's largest small-business association backing one challenger, eight incumbents, 16 others.
Free Lecture--Workers' Compensation 101NFIB presenting an hour-and-a-half lecture in Boise, Sept. 26, on what every member should know about the program.
Members Invited to State Capitol Event on Federal BudgetJoin U.S. Sen. Mike Crapo and U.S. Rep. Mike Simpson on Aug. 20 for a special presentation on reforming taxes, entitlements, and spending.
What Question Would You Ask?Development of NFIB's annual state member ballot will shortly commence. Results from the poll anchor small-business lobbying efforts.
Candidate Questionnaires Sent to State Legislative Office-SeekersAnswers from it used to determine NFIB/Idaho's endorsement.
Local Comment on Latest SBET ReleaseNews Release--Are states like Idaho leading the way?
Deceptively Hot May 15 Primary Election NearsSleepy top-of-the ticket races belie the most interesting legislative contests in 30 years.
High School Senior Wins Prestigious ScholarshipNews Release--Moore student one of 131 nationally to get Young Entrepreneurship award.
Reaction to Today's Dangerous Drop in Key Business IndicatorNews Release--Idaho legislators proved very prescient in reducing income tax rates.
Tax Relief Passes Legislature, Awaits Governor’s SignatureNFIB-supported bill lowers rates on individuals and corporations. Health-insurance exchange goes nowhere.
Final Days of Legislative Session Ticking AwayIn her third legislative update, State Director Suzanne Budge discusses the battles over tax policy, education funding, and health-insurance exchange taking center stage.
2012 State Member Ballot ResultsNews Release--Unemployment trust fund, union dues for political activity questions draw big percentages.
Legislative Reception, March 6RSVP to join the largest annual gathering of Idaho small-business owners.
Legislature Completes First MonthIn her second report from the Capitol, State Director Suzanne Budge says lawmakers looking at reducing taxes and keeping Idaho unique in its regulatory rules.
Legislature Opens for BusinessIn her first report on the 2012 session, State Director Suzanne Budge discusses the big issues facing small business.
Why Doesn’t NFIB Take a Stand on This Issue?Knowing of what we speak on issues that matter most to our members has made us the only voice of small business that policymakers respect.
Have You Voted Your State Member Ballot?News Release--Annual NFIB poll underway.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/Idaho members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
Salute to Long-Time Member BusinessesIdaho Falls firm an NFIB-member businesses for 65 years, five others pass half-century mark.
Time for a New Labor DayIn a guest editorial sent to the Idaho media, State Director Suzanne Budge says we should start honoring small-business owners and the self-employed.
Have a Good Question to Ask?NFIB beginning preparations on 2012 state member ballot.
Get Involved!Small Business has the Clout!
Wi-Fi Warning: Small Businesses Take NoteNews Release--New copyright deal on Internet access.
Lower Your Workers' Comp. PremiumsNFIB and EMPLOYERS team up in Idaho.
Are You Prepared for an ICE Investigation?NFIB/Idaho offers some tips should immigration officers come knocking on your door.
No Slowing Down During the Summer MonthsNFIB/Idaho looking ahead to next legislative session and campaign season.
Inform Yourself on the Issues That MatterPeople turn to small-business owners for the best information on what happened and what will happen in Boise.
Free Resources to Celebrate Small Business WeekNFIB/Idaho is giving away prizes, survival guides and an opportunity to learn from experts.

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