LA Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Insurance Transparency Bill Clears LegislatureThe legislation gives small-business owners a deeper understanding of their health-insurance rates.
Grayson Zeagler is the NFIB/Louisiana 2012 Small Business ChampionThe award honors those members who go the extra mile to support NFIB and stand up for small businesses throughout the state.
VIDEO: Legislators Don't Think You Care What's Going OnLawmakers say they seldom hear from small-business owners about the issues affecting them. Let's change that.
VIDEO: 'We're On a Road to a Real Showdown on Taxes'Speaking at the recent Small Business Day at the Capitol in Baton Rouge, U.S. Sen. David Vitter told NFIB/Louisiana members and other small-business owners that tax reform will be a key issue in this year's elections.
St. Francisville, Trout Students Earn Scholarships for Starting BusinessesThe NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards honors seniors with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Online Health Benefits Advisor Now AvailableThis online resource from the U.S. Department of Labor outlines the federal laws that can affect health benefit coverage provided by group health plans.
EVENT: How Will the Federal Health-Care Law Affect You?Find out when Dr. Bob Graboyes, senior fellow for health and economics with the NFIB Research Foundation, speaks at Andreas Restaurant in Metairie on Monday, April 30.
Vitter to Speak at Small Business Day May 3Join U.S. Sen. David Vitter, state officials and small-business owners from around Louisiana at this year's event, which will be held in Baton Rouge.
Monroe, Ville Platte Entrepreneurs Named to NFIB/Louisiana Leadership CouncilFelicia Manuel of Ville Platte and Frank Nettles of Monroe will assist in the development of our statewide agenda and build strategies to support small business throughout the state
NFIB/Louisiana Outlines Its Legislative Priorities for 2012Legal reform and legislation that would help Louisiana avoid a tax increase are high on our agenda.
Don't Forget to Vote Your NFIB Member Ballot!Tell us what issues are important to you, and we'll deliver your message to the Legislature!
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.
Lawmakers Are Listening to NFIBDuring this year's legislative session, we'll host a number of live and online events to keep you informed and keep you connected with the decision makers.
Report Shows Louisiana's Business-Tax Climate Has Room for ImprovementNFIB/Louisiana is looking forward to working with legislators in this year's session to pass bills that ease the tax burden on small businesses like yours.
NFIB/Louisiana to Push for Changes to Hudson InitiativeState Director Renee Baker says changes are needed so more small businesses will qualify for state contracts.
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.
Leanne Durm is NFIB/Louisiana's New Member Support ManagerShe'll help our members engage in the legislative and political process and make the voice of small business heard in Baton Rouge.
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!
Louisiana Small-Business Owners to Get Their Day in CourtThe U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear the health-care lawsuit brought by NFIB, Louisiana and 25 other states.
Jindal, 18 Endorsed Legislative Candidates Win in Oct. 22 PrimaryFive legislative candidates endorsed by the NFIB/Louisiana SAFE Trust are headed to runoff elections.
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.
Cassidy to Host Small-Business Export Conference Nov. 9 in Baton RougeNFIB/Louisiana State Director Renee Baker will emcee the meeting, which is intended to help local businesses develop new markets for their goods and services.
LISTEN: Jindal Outlines Plans for Small Businesses During NFIB Tele-ConferenceGov. Bobby Jindal spoke with NFIB/Louisiana members recently about issues affecting small business owners -- and about his agenda for 2012.
Small-Business Owners in Louisiana, Nationwide Still Worried About the EconomyPoor sales remain the No. 1 challenge, meaning owners are reluctant to expand and create jobs.
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.
Louisiana Small Business Owners Wary of 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.
Navigating the Claims Process After Tropical Storm LeeRemnants of the tropical storm brought flooding to parts of Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi over Labor Day weekend. Here's what you should remember if you need to file an insurance claim on damage to your home or business.
Resources for Small Businesses Affected By Tropical Storm LeeTropical Storm Lee continued to pound parts of the Louisiana coast on Sunday, and forecasters were predicting the storm could linger over the state for several days.
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.
New NLRB Rule Hurts Louisiana BusinessesThe NFIB Small Business Legal Center warns the rule creates a "gotcha" situation for small employers.
Robert Adley Earns Senate Guardian of Small Business AwardNFIB/Louisiana honored the state legislator for supporting small business interests in the Senate.
Do Your Legislators Support Louisiana's Small Businesses?Check the latest NFIB/Louisiana voting record to find out how each member of the state Legislature voted on key small-business bills (PDF).
Robideaux Earns House Guardian of Small Business AwardNFIB/Louisiana's Leadership Council voted to present the award to Rep. Joel Robideaux because of his work in this year's legislative session. He also received the Guardian of Small Business Award in 2009.
Louisiana Sales Tax Holiday a Big Help to Small BusinessesThe Aug. 5-6 holiday will encourage people to shop at small businesses as well as big-box retailers.
What Happens if Pirates Use Your Wi-Fi to Steal Music or Movies?Take steps now 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)We're heading into the peak months of the Atlantic hurricane season. Here's some advice on creating a disaster plan for your business.
Small Business Scores Big Victories in Louisiana LegislatureNFIB/Louisiana helped pass pro-small business legislation and stop bad bills during the 2011 session.
Keep Up with Documents Showing 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.
Catch the Replay of Our Webinar on 'Dealing with Difficult Employees'Louisiana employment law attorney Michael T. Tusa Jr. tells you what you need to know to stay out of trouble. (Registration required.)
Boustany Talks to NFIB About His Bill to Reduce the 'HIT' on Small Businesses [VIDEO]U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany has introduced a bill to repeal the “Small Business Health Insurance Tax,” also known as the “HIT,” in the federal health care law. Left unchecked, the HIT will mean even higher health insurance premiums for small businesses.
NFIB, Attorney General Update Small Business Owners on Health Care Lawsuit [VIDEO]Louisiana Attorney General Buddy Caldwell and NFIB Senior Health Care Advisor Dr. Bob Graboyes discussed the federal lawsuit, which will go before the U.S. Court of Appeals in Atlanta on June 8.
Boustany's Bill Would Reduce the 'HIT' on Small BusinessU.S. Rep. Charles Boustany has introduced a bill to repeal the “Small-Business Health Insurance Tax,” also known as the “HIT,” in the federal health-care law.
Louisiana Small Business Commend U.S. House Vote on Offshore DrillingThe “Putting the Gulf Back to Work Act” would end the moratorium on domestic energy production in the Gulf of Mexico while ensuring critical safety standards are met.
Small Business Urges Senate to Pass Health Plan Transparency BillThe legislation would make insurers explain how claims affect an employer's premiums.
NFIB Member Ballot Shows Overwhelming Opposition to Efforts to Repeal Business Tax ExemptionsRenee Baker, state director of NFIB/Louisiana, says, "There’s really no difference between repealing tax exemptions and jacking up taxes."
Louisiana Looks to Line Up Businesses That Can Help in a DisasterRegister today with the Lousiana Business Emergency Operations Center.
Louisiana 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 Louisiana.
VIDEO: NFIB's Chief Economist Explains 'How We Got Where We Are'Watch highlights of NFIB Chief Economist William Dunkelberg's recent remarks to small business owners in New Orleans -- and download the slides he used in his presentation (in PDF form).
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.

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