IN Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Indiana NFIB Members Visit CongressDirector Barbara Quandt and a number of Indiana NFIB members visited Capitol Hill today to educate Congress on key small business issues.
Small Business Index Shows Modest GainDirector Barbara Quandt says that while a modest gain in the Optimism Index is a hopeful sign, the mess in Washington remains as a drag on the economy.
Help Teach Kids to Run a Small Business by Supporting Lemonade DayRunning a lemonade stand is a way children can learn the basics of running a business. Participating in Lemonade Day is easy: When you pass a lemonade stand, buy a cup of lemonade!
Small Business Jobs Report Shows Mixed ResultsDirector Barbara Quandt says that small business owners in Indiana may be more optimistic than their counterparts around the country, but they're still concerend by the uncertainty in Washington.
Indiana Small Business Says High Ranking Isn't an AccidentDirector Barbara Quandt says that the state's high ranking among corporate executives isn't an accident and that lawmakers need to keep their focus on staying ahead of the competition.
Indiana Small Business Applauds Decision to Withdraw Farm RuleDirector Barbara said that federal regulators were right to withdraw a proposed rule that would have applied child labor laws to family farms. She said that bureaucrats shouldn't wait for a public outcry before they reexamine all regulations.
Small Business Praises Lugar and Coats for Vote on "Ambush Election" RuleDirector Barbara Quandt today thanked US Senators Richard Lugar and Dan Coats for supporting a bill to nullify a National Labor Relations Board rule allowing "ambush" union elections in the workplace.
Time is Running Out to Register for the NFIB Small Business Summit in WashingtonNFIB members still have time to register for the 2012 Small Business Summit in Washington.
Don't Miss the NFIB Legislative RecapSmall business owners are invited to attend any of several local events during which NFIB Director Barbara Quandt and legislative leaders will review the action this year in Indianapolis.
Indiana Director Provides Special Commentary on Obamacare CaseA special column penned by Indiana Director Barbara Quandt on the historic Supreme Court case against Obamacare was published last Sunday in the Indianapolis Star.
Small Business Confident after Supreme Court ArgumentDirector Barbara Quandt said today that NFIB had a very good day in the Supreme Court case against the federal Affordable Care Act.
NFIB/Indiana Member Goes to Supreme Court to Voice Concern Over ObamacareStephanie Cater, who owns a vintage clothing store in Indianapolis, voiced her support for NFIB's lawsuit challenging the president's health-care law.
Join NFIB for Special Legislative RecapNFIB members are invited to participate in any of several local luncheons at which Director Barbara Quandt and special guests will review the recently concluded legislative session and its impact on small businesses.
Stakes are High in Health Care LawsuitSpecial Commentary: Director Barbara Quandt explains what's at stake in the upcoming Supreme Court case against the federal health care law.
Senator Hershman Named Small Business GuardianState Senator Brandt Hershman was named recently the 2012 NFIB Small Business Guardian.
Director Barbara Quandt Joins AG and Sen. Lugar to Discuss Obamacare CaseDirector Barbara Quandt joined Attorney General Greg Zoeller and US Senator Richard Lugar recently to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court case against the federal health care takeover.
NFIB Invites Indiana Members to Participate in National SummitNFIB/Indiana members should register now for the upcoming Small Business Summit in Washington, DC.
Small Business Cheers Inheritance Tax Phase-OutDirector Barbara Quandt reacted today to the House's passage of a bill to phase out Indiana's inheritance tax.
Last Chance to Register for Indiana Small Business Day at the CapitalNFIB members and even nonmembers who run their own small businesses have only a little more time to register for the premier event on the calendar: Indiana Small Business Day at the Capital.
Congressman Bucshon Updates NFIB MembersCongressman Larry Bucshon this week briefed NFIB members at an Area Action Council meeting in Evansville on the important developments in Washington.
Small Business in a Lull, Report ShowsDirector Barbara Quandt says that while Indiana's policy landscape is vastly improved, uncertainty surround Washington policy has small business owners concerned.
Indiana Cheers Right to Work PassageDirector Barbara Quandt said the Senate's passage today of Right to Work legislation will transform Indiana's economy as a national powerhouse.
Small Business Day at the CapitolDon't forget to register for small business day at the capitol.
Cosmetologists and Barbers March on the StatehouseDirector Barbara Quandt reports on legislation to regulate barbers and cosmetologists.
Small Business Urges Senate to Pass Right to WorkDirector Barbara Quandt told senators today that it's time to end the debate over Right to Work and send the bill to the Governor for his signature.
NFIB Corrects Lawmaker's Misimpression of MembersDirector Barbara Quandt says that a lawmaker's recent suggestion that members don't understand the right-to-work legislation is flatly wrong.
Survey Shows Overwhelming Support for Right to WorkDirector Barbara revealed this week that a new NFIB survey shows more than 90 percent support for Right to Work.
NFIB Applauds Daniels State of State AddressDirector Barbara Quandt said the Governor's recent State of the State Address was remarkable for its ambitious push for Right to Work reform.
Indiana Small Business Shows Overwhelming Support for Right to WorkDirector Barbara Quandt today announced that the latest member ballot shows overwhelming support for Right to Work.
Small Business Urges Right to WorkDirector Barbara Quandt told lawmakers today that Indiana needs right-to-work legislation to be competitive.
Right to Work Call for ActionDirector Barbara Quandt reports on updates in the Right-to-Work debate.
Wild Finish in Iowa Makes New Hampshire Critical for GOP CandidatesDirector Barbara Quandt reports on the wild finish this week in the Iowa GOP Presidential Caucus and its implication for the candidates.
Member MeetingsNFIB/Indiana urges small business owners to attend any of the upcoming member meetings scheduled for around the state.
Meeting CalendarNFIB members in Indiana are invited to attend any of the upcoming meetings scheduled for various locations.
Year in ReviewDirector Barbara Quandt reviews 2011 and its many successes for small businesses in Indiana.
Small Business Optimism Creeps UpDirector Barbara Quandt says that a new NFIB report shows small business optimism improving.
Small Business Urges Congress to Pass Ban on Dust RegsDirector Barbara Quandt today urged the state's two US Senators and President Obama to follow the House and pass legislation to protect farmers against unnecessary regulations on farm dust.
Lugar Introduces Bill on Depreciation to Help Small BusinessesUS Senator Dick Lugar introduced legislation recently to extend bonus depreciation for small businesses.
NFIB Fights for Right to WorkNFIB was there in the midst of a contentious hearing last week in Indianapolis, fighting for Right to Work reforms.
NFIB Urging Shoppers to Buy Local This YearDirector Barbara Quandt is urging shoppers to visit local merchants this weekend as an alternative to the crowded malls.
Scholarship Award Applications for Young EntrepreneurNFIB members can nominate local students for the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation Scholarship.
Register Now for Small Business Summit in Washington, DCNFIB members should register now for the upcoming Small Business Summit in Washington, DC.
Shop Small Business Saturday After ThanksgivingNFIB is encouraging shoppers around the country to visit a local small business on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
Indiana Small Business Cheers Supreme Court's Action on ObamacareDirector Barbara Quandt said that small businesses may soon get some resolution to the health care issue because of the Supreme Court's decision today to hear the NFIB case against Obamacare.
Get Ready for Small Business Day at the Capitol and Upcoming NFIB MeetingsDirector Barbara Quandt invites small business owners from across the state to participate in Small Business Day at the Capitol and regional NFIB meetings coming soon.
Apply now for a head start in college—December 15 deadline. NFIB/Indiana members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.Young entrepreneurs are eligible for a scholarship they can use to advance their academic careers through NFIB's educational foundation.
Tell Us How Federal Regulations Are Hurting Your Small BusinessNFIB is leading a nationwide campaign to call attention to the cost of excessive federal regulation. Join the effort by telling your story.
LISTEN: Sen. Lugar Speaks to Indiana NFIB MembersSen. Dick Lugar spoke with members of NFIB/Indiana during a teleconference on Oct. 20.
Member Meeting DatesIndiana NFIB members are encouraged to attend one of several upcoming member meetings around the state.
Right to Work a Hot Topic at Member MeetingSmall business owners are intensely interested in the right to work legislation moving through the process in Indianapolis.

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