LA Small Business Policy News & Information

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

NFIB to Senate: It's Time to Bury the Bogus 'Equal Pay Act'Supporters say SB 153 is about guaranteeing equal pay, but it's not. It's about finding a new excuse for disgruntled workers to sue their employers, period.
VICTORY: NFIB Members Stop Outrageous Tax Increases on Small BusinessThanks to members like you, the House has backed down on most of the outrageous tax increases members proposed to help balance the budget.
Have You Updated Your Disaster Plan?The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1. Before it's too late, make sure you're prepared to keep your business up and running in the event of a storm or some other natural disaster.
Lawmakers Consider Bills to Raise Taxes on Small BusinessesLegislation would tax everything from gasoline to plastic bags.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Good Bills Advance, Bad Ones Die in CommitteeHere's the latest from State Director Renee Amar about what's happening in the Louisiana Legislature.
Lafayette, New Orleans Students Earn YEF ScholarshipsThe NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation awards scholarships to high school seniors who operate their own successful small businesses.
NFIB/Louisiana Members Listen, Speak Out at Small Business DaySmall Business Day was a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to hear directly from their elected officials and talk to them about the issues affecting their small business.
Support a Young Entrepreneur: Buy a Glass of Lemonade on Lemonade Day
Support the next generation of small-business leaders by pledging to buy a glass of lemonade from a budding entrepreneur in your neighborhood this spring or summer!
NFIB: Help Wanted in Madison and Ouachita ParishesMake a difference: Come to work for NFIB and help us build the nations and Louisiana's leading small-business association.
NFIB Commends Boustany for Bill to Repeal Health Insurance TaxAt a cost of $101.7 billion dollars over 10 years, the HIT, which purposely and discriminately targets the nation's small businesses and the self-employed, is set to adversely impact millions of businesses, workers and their families staring in 2014 unless it is repealed by Congress.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for Louisiana's Young EntrepreneursThe NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award is a college scholarship for students who have started their own small businesses.
Baton Rouge Entrepreneur Named to NFIB/Louisiana Leadership CouncilNFIB/Louisiana has named Clay Pinson to the state Leadership Council.
Deadline to Apply for a YEF Scholarship EXTENDED to Jan. 6The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation award recognizes graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
NFIB/Louisiana Leadership Council Member Named to Workforce PanelThe Louisiana Workforce Investment Council serves to develop a strategic plan to coordinate and integrate a workforce development delivery system to ensure efficiency and cooperation between public and private entities by advising the governor on the needs of Louisiana's employers and its workforce.
NFIB Nominates Ville Platte Member to Serve on International Commerce BoardFelicia Manuel, vice president of Ville Platte Iron Works and a member of the NFIB/Louisiana Leadership Council, has been appointed by Gov. Bobby Jindal to the Louisiana Board of International Commerce.
Louisiana: Shop Local on Small Business SaturdayShopping at small, locally-owned businesses this holiday season is a great way to invest in the community.
Meet NFIB/Louisiana's New Member Support ManagerSarah Waters will work closely with State Director Renee Amar to help members engage in the legislative and political processes.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Rep. Jeff Thompson Earns Freshman Guardian of Small Business AwardThe award honors a freshman legislator who does an outstanding job advocating on behalf of the state's small businesses.
Appel, Ligi Earn NFIB/Louisiana Guardian of Small Business AwardsSen. Conrad Appel and Rep. Tony Ligi had 100 percent NFIB voting records in this year's legislative session.
Listen to the Replay of Our Teleforum with U.S. Sen. David VitterThe senator answered our members questions about health-care reform, job growth and energy.
NFIB/Louisiana Teleforum with U.S. Sen. David Vitter is Oct. 17Senator Vitter will brief NFIB members about small-business legislation working its way through Congress.
Lake Charles Entrepreneur Named to NFIB/Louisiana Leadership CouncilAs a member of the Leadership Council, JoAnn Colligan will assist in developing the association's statewide agenda and building strategies to support small business throughout the state.
Join Us Sept. 24 in Baton Rouge for a Roundtable with U.S. Rep. Bill CassidyRep. Cassidy will discuss what the federal health-care law means to small-business owners like you.
National Preparedness Month: Is Your Business Ready for a Fire or Natural Disaster?Disaster can strike at any time. Invest the time now to create a disaster plan for your small business.
Sign Up Today to Help Improve the Quality of Louisiana's WorkforceThe Louisiana Department of Education is looking for individuals with educational, organizational, legal or financial expertise to help expand academic options for Louisiana students, families and schools.
Hurricane Isaac Links, InformationHere's where to find the information you need for your small business.
Join Us Sept. 4 for an Exclusive Teleforum with U.S. Sen. David VitterThis is your chance to hear what's happening in Congress and ask questions about the issues that affect you and your small business!
NFIB Connects Small-Business Owners with Members of CongressNFIB/Louisiana members met recently with U.S. Rep. John Fleming to discuss a host of issues affecting the state's job creators.
Upcoming Sales Tax Holiday a Big Help to Small BusinessesLouisiana's tax holiday will help stores still recovering from the recession.
Obamacare Would 'HIT' Louisiana Small Businesses (Video)The health insurance tax, or HIT, included in President Obama's healthcare law will devastate the state's smallest employers.
Website Helps Answer Questions About Your Responsibilities When it Comes to Health BenefitsThis online resource outlines the federal laws that can affect the coverage you provide to your employees.
Workers' Comp Reform Bill Clears LegislatureNFIB/Louisiana support the bill, which will reduce costs for small-business owners.
URGENT: Ask Your Local Representative to Vote YES on Workers' Comp Reform!Sent a message to your local representative telling him or her to support Senate Bill 763, which will create an even playing field for injured workers and their employers!
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.

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