KS Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Fort Leavenworth, Leawood Seniors Earn Young Entrepreneur ScholarshipsWhile some of their classmates were looking for part-time jobs, these students were starting their own businesses.
Deadly Storms a Reminder that Small Businesses Need a Disaster PlanCould your small business withstand a tornado or some other disaster? Here's what you need to know.
WATCH: Brownback Speaks at NFIB/Kansas Small Business DayGov. Sam Brownback spoke about the need fix the state's tax structure to help small businesses.
Lawmakers Debate Bills to Ease Tax Burden on Your BusinessNFIB/Kansas is pushing for legislation that would help small businesses grow and create jobs.
NFIB Pushes for Workers' Comp, Unemployment Insurance ReformsHere's the latest on legislation that would make the workers' comp and unemployment system more friendly to small business.
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.
Sign Up Today for NFIB Legal Center Luncheon Feb. 22 in Kansas CityKaren Harned of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center in Washington will bring you up to speed on key issues such as the federal health-care lawsuit and efforts by the federal government to support struggling labor unions at the expense of small businesses.
Report Shows Kansas' Business-Tax Climate Has Room for ImprovementA report from the nonpartisan Tax Foundation ranks Kansas 25th overall in terms of business taxes.
Immigration, Tax Relief and Health Care on Lawmakers' Agenda for 2012Here's a look at key issues we're tracking in this year's legislative session, which got underway Jan. 9.
Brownback's Tax Plan a Big Deal for Small BusinessesGov. Sam Brownback's plan calls for easing the income-tax burden on small businesses that file at the individual level.
Join Us for a Teleconference with U.S. Rep. Lynn Jenkins on Jan. 11We're talking to the Kansas lawmaker about the need for regulatory reform, efforts to repeal the federal health-care law and climate and energy policy.
Lawmakers Return to Topeka on Jan. 9NFIB/Kansas will be there to promote and protect the right of our members to own, operate and grow their businesses.
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.
NFIB Teleconference with U.S. Rep. Tim Huelskamp is Dec. 13He'll talk about federal issues affecting small businesses and answer your questions.
Lawmakers to Consider a Creating a Kansas-Run Health-Care ExchangeUnder the federal health-care law, states have until Jan. 1, 2014, to establish their own health-care exchanges. If a state misses the deadline, then the federal government will establish one in that state.
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.
BLACK FRIDAY: Shop Small, Support the Local EconomyShop at small businesses the Saturday after Thanksgiving -- and throughout the holiday season!
Supreme Court to Hear NFIB, Kansas' Health-Care LawsuitThe U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether the individual mandate, requiring everyone to buy health insurance or pay a penalty, is constitutional.
Sign Up Today for Nov. 30 Webinar on I-9 and E-VerifyJoin the webinar presented by a nationally recognized immigration law attorney who will walk business owners through the E-Verify program.
Sign Up Today for a Roundtable with U.S. Rep. Mike PompeoNFIB/Kansas is hosting a lunch meeting with the 4th District representative to talk about health-care reform, farm regulations and other issues affecting your small business.
NFIB Legislative Listening Tour Coming to Lenexa, Garden CityThis is a great opportunity to talk to your local lawmakers about the challenges facing your small business!
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.
Small-Business Owners in Kansas, Nationwide More Downbeat About the EconomyPoor sales remain the No. 1 challenge facing small businesses, meaning owners are reluctant to expand and create jobs.
Kansas Small Businesses Unimpressed by 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.
Panel Says Businesses Should Pay More to Appeal Tax AssessmentsThese higher fees, which businesses must pay to settle any tax dispute involving more than $10,000, are the second such hikes since November.
Will You Wind Up Paying More in State Taxes?Find out when Revenue Secretary Nick Jordan joins NFIB/Kansas for town-hall meetings with small business owners in Wichita and Manhattan.
Kansas Supreme Court Says Resellers Can Be Held Liable for Damaged GoodsThe decision stems from a case brought by a farmer who lost his arm on a used hay baler that was missing a protective shield.
Brownback, Colyer Applaud Appeals Court Ruling on Health-Care LawNFIB joined Kansas and 26 other states in challenging the law's constitutionality in federal court.
Revenue Commissioner to Preview Tax Reform Legislation at NFIB LuncheonsThis is a great opportunity for NFIB members to find out what's in store for next year's legislative session and to network with other small business owners.
Lawmakers to Review State Employee Retirement PlanOfficials say there'll be a $7.7 million shortfall for benefits promised to teachers and state government employees through 2033.
Small Business Gets a Seat on Governor's Council of Economic AdvisorsGov. Sam Brownback says the council will act as a board of directors for economic development efforts throughout the state.
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?Parts of the Midwest were devastated by tornadoes and floods this spring and summer, but disaster could strike at any time, in any season. Here's some advice on creating a disaster plan for your business.
Kansas Begins Work on Health ExchangesNFIB/Kansas State Director Dan Murray will represent the voice of small business on the Kansas Insurance Exchange Steering Committee.
NFIB/Kansas Advises Small Businesses How to Prepare for an ICE AuditAccording 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. The Form I-9 is used by employers to verify an employee's identity and legal status.
Sumner County Teen Honored at NFIB Luncheon in WashingtonColton Day, who recently graduated from Wellington High, was a finalist for the $10,000 NFIB Young Entrepreneur of the Year scholarship.
Kansas Has Fewer Nonfarm Jobs Now Than It Did a Year AgoNFIB/Kansas is working with state officials to come up with policies that would help small businesses like yours grow and create jobs.
Session Ends, But There's Still Work to DoLawmakers will soon begin redrawing the state's legislative and congressional districts and studying issues that could go before the Legislature in 2012.
'Expensing' Bill Clears the Legislature, Heads to GovernorA legislation would let small businesses deduct certain business expenses on their income taxes, leaving them with more money to expand and create jobs.
Rising Gas Prices Take a Toll on Small BusinessesNFIB/Kansas members are urging Congress to restart and expand offshore oil and natural gas drilling as a way to increase supplies and lower prices at the pump.
Wellington High School Senior is Finalist for $10,000 Young Entrepreneur ScholarshipThe Sumner County teen has built his business from 3 cows on 5 acres to 25 cows on 420 acres.
Kansas Small Business Owners: Eliminate the Individual Income TaxEliminating the individual income tax would encourage spending and job growth throughout the state.
State Rules and Regulations Hurting Your Small Business? Tell the GovernorGov. Sam Brownback launched a special website this spring where people can report laws and regulations they think should be repealed.
Kansas Small-Business Optimism: 'Maybe This is the New Normal'NFIB's monthly survey looks at small-business optimism at the national level, but what’s happening across the country generally holds true for Kansas.
Manhattan Entrepreneur to Chair the NFIB/Kansas Leadership CouncilFred Willich, president of Hi-Tech Interiors, will help promote and protect the right of our members to own, operate and grow their businesses.
Corporate Tax, Expensing Bills Advance in Kansas LegislatureNFIB/Kansas is fighting for legislation that would ease the burden on small businesses and help them expand and create jobs in this tough economy.
House Committee Passes Tax Relief BillUnder the March to Economic Greatness Act, also known as the MEGA bill, the individual income tax race could eventually reach 0% with the corporate rate getting as low as 3%.
Don't Forget: NFIB/Kansas Small Business Day at the Capitol is March 22This is a great chance to talk to your legislators about the issues affecting your small business!
Kansas Senate Set to Vote on Expensing BillIf the measure passes, small businesses could deduct certain businesses expenses from their state income taxes.
Small Business Bills Advance in the Kansas LegislatureHere's what's happening with bills that would affect your right to own, operate and grow your small business.

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