IL Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
NFIB Warns that Minimum Wage will Hurt Small Businesses and Low-Wage WorkersDirector Kim Maisch warned legislators this week that a higher mandatory minimum wage would punish struggling small businesses and cause entry-level jobs to disappear.
NFIB Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Walker Speech to NFIB Available HereWisconsin Governor Scott Walker's recent address at the NFIB/Chamber of Commerce Employer Action Day can be viewed here.
Special Commentary: Outcry Over Walker MisplacedIn a guest editorial published recently in the State Journal Register, Director Kim Maisch defends the organization's decision to invite Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker to speak at the 2012 Annual Illinois Employer Action Day.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Walker Tells Illinois Business Leaders to Hold Politicians AccountableDirector Kim Maisch said that leaders in Springfield could learn something about leadership from Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker.
Wisconsin Governor Walker to Headline Biz DayWisconsin Governor Scott Walker will be the feature speaker next month at the upcoming Employer Action Day in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Small Business Confident after Supreme Court ArgumentDirector Kim Clarke Maisch today said that NFIB made a very strong argument before the US Supreme Court in the pivotal debate over whether the individual mandate is constitutional.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
Capitol RoundupDirector Kim Maisch reports on the latest developments in Springfield.
NFIB EventsUpcoming Events for NFIB members.
UI Reforms Showing PromiseChanges to the Unemployment system are showing early positive signs.
Pension, Medicaid Showdown Expected This SessionGovernor Quinn is expected to focus part of his budget speech on fixes for the state's teetering Pension and Medicaid systems.
Small Business Owners Want Fewer Corporate Loopholes, Taxpayer Bill of RightsA recent statewide ballot of NFIB members in Illinois shows that small business owners believe in fewer corporate loopholes in the tax code in exchange for lower, flatter taxes for everyone else. The same ballot shows strong support for repeal of the Death Tax and a Taxpayers' Bill of Rights.
NFIB Calls Quinn Agenda Too Small for Big ProblemsDirector Kim Clarke Maisch reacted this afternoon to Governor Pat Quinn's State of the State Address.
Small Business Urges Lawmakers to Change State's Negative ReputationDirector Kim Maisch this week urged legislators and the Governor to change the state's nationwide reputation as a bad place for business.
Illinois Small Business Urges Quinn to Focus on EconomyDirector Kim Maisch urged Governor Quinn this week to use his State of the State speech as a platform for lower taxes and other reforms to make Illinois more competitive.
Illinois NFIB Charts Course for 2012Director Kim Maisch recently identified the organization's top policy goals for the new year.
Wild Finish in Iowa Makes New Hampshire Critical for GOP CandidatesDirector Kim Maisch says that New Hampshire and South Carolina primaries are now critical to GOP candidates following wild finish in Iowa.
Guest Editorial: A Realistic Plan to Create Jobs for Illinois FamiliesIn a guest editorial, Rep. Tom Cross unveils his plan to create more jobs in Illinois.
Update on UI TaxesDirector Kim Maisch reports on changes in the state Unemployment Insurance system.
Legislature Adopts Tax Relief BillDirector Kim Maisch reports that the Illinois House and Senate this week adopted the Governor's tax relief package aimed at providing some financial help to individuals and businesses in the state.
Small Business Optimism Creeps UpThe NFIB Economic Trends report shows more improvement in the optimism index.
Tax Bill Passes HouseDirector Kim Maisch reports on legislation that passed the House today that contains important tax relief measures for small businesses.
Tax Relief Bill Reaches ImpasseDirector Kim Maisch reports on the seesaw debate over the Governor's tax relief plan.
NFIB/IL Urges Shoppers to Go Small This YearDirector Kim Maisch says that folks can help their communities and the economy by shopping this holiday season at local small businesses.
NFIB Urges Shoppers to Visit Small Businesses this WeekendDirector Kim Maisch is urging shoppers to visit local merchants this weekend as an alternative to the crowded malls.
NFIB Members Explain the Impact of Governor's Jobs BillDirector Kim Maisch and two NFIB members testified today on the impact of the Governor's jobs package.
Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Applications AvailableNFIB members can submit nominations for the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation Scholarship.
Small Business Cheers Supreme Court Action on ObamacareDirector Kim Maisch says that small business owners may get resolution to the health care issue in their favor because of the Supreme Court's decision today to take the NFIB case against Obamacare.
Deal Struck on Unemployment InsuranceAfter months of wrangling, lawmakers finally struck a deal on Unemployment Insurance.
Study Shows that Health Care Tax Will Kill Jobs in IllinoisDirector Kim Clarke Maisch said that a new study showing that the federal Health Care Tax will kill jobs in Illinois should give momentum to the effort in Washington to repeal the legislation.
Illinois Member Testifies in Congress on Tax ReformNFIB/Illinois Stephen Capp testified this week at a congressional hearing on how federal taxes affect small business.
Maisch Urges Leaders to Focus on Broader Reforms Instead of Picking Winners and LosersDirector Kim Maisch told leaders in Springfield recently that they should focus on broader tax and regulatory reforms to boost the economy instead of small inducements aimed at only a handful of large companies.
Illinois Unemployment Insurance FactsDirector Kim Maisch outlines how the state's unemployment system will affect small employers.
Special Session to Focus on Unemployment, Health CareDirector Kim Maisch previews the upcoming special legislative in Springfield.
Legislature Should Block Service Tax in ChicagoIn a special commentary, Directory Kim Clarke Maisch argues that the legislature should block Chicago Rahm Emanuel's play to expand the sales tax to services.
NFIB Sues National Labor Relations Board over Poster RuleDirector Kim Maisch says that a new rule requiring small businesses to post pro-union material violates their rights.
Small Business Optimism PlungesDirector Kim Maisch says that President Obama's tax policies work at cross purposes. A tax credit that is whiped out by an income tax increase isn't what small businesses are looking for.
Small Business Urges Obama to Change Direction in Speech ThursdayDirector Kim Maisch said President Obama should use his Thursday evening address on jobs to assure small businesses that he understands their concerns.
NFIB Member Tells Lawmakers that Tax Breaks Should Benefit All Small BusinessesNFIB member Zachary Hoffman of Wiley Office Furniture told lawmakers today that tax breaks for a relative handful of businesses are subsidized by a majority of small businesses that don't quality for the programs.
NFIB Members Meet Congressman Aaron SchockNFIB members in Illinois met recently with Congressman Aaron Schock to discuss important federal issues.
Small Business Celebrates Decision Striking Down Federal Health Care LawLatest court ruling is a major victory for individual liberty generally and for small businesses specifically.
Otto Marks 50 yearsNFIB member Otto Engineering marks 50 years in business.

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