MA Small Business Policy News & Information

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

The Beacon Hill Report - May 16, 2013NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides an analysis on whether the state needs another tax increase.
The Beacon Hill Report - May 2, 2013NFIB State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update from Beacon Hill.
NFIB/MA Recognizes YEF WinnersThree Massachusetts high school seniors today received the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship.
The Beacon Hill Report - April 18, 2013NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update
MA Small Business Optimism Going in Wrong DirectionDirector Bill Vernon says that the latest Small Business Optimism index shows a disconnect between Wall Street and Main Street.
NFIB Says Gov't Policies Affect Teen EmploymentDirector Bill Vernon says that a new study discussing teenage unemployment fails to consider the effect of state labor laws and minimum wage.
The Beacon Hill Report - April 4, 2013NFIB MA State Director Bill provides a legislative update.
NFIB Applauds Legislative Leaders for Resisting Income Tax HikeDirector Bill Vernon today praised legislative leaders for having rejected Governor Patrick's plan to raise income taxes by $2 billion.
The Beacon Hill Report - March 21, 2013NFIB State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
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The Beacon Hill Report March 7, 2013 EditionLegislative update from NFIB MA state director Bill Vernon.
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The Beacon Hill Report - February 21, 2013 EditionNFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provided key legislative updates.
Unemployment Freeze AdvancesThe legislature has begun to process legislation to freeze unemployment insurance rates in 2013 to avoid an average increase of more than $200 per worker.
Taxes Gone WildA special column on taxes by Bill Vernon, NFIB MA State Director
Are You Paying for Your Competitors to Have an Advantage Over You?Learn how to access workforce training grants that you already fund.
The Beacon Hill Report - January 17, 2013 EditionNFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides an update on legislative happenings from the State House.
NFIB Applauds Patrick's Call for Repeal of Fair Share ContributionNFIB Director Bill Vernon today praised Governor Deval Patrick's call for repeal of the Fair Share contribution provision of the state health care law.
The Beacon Hill Report - January 3, 2013 EditionNFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update on Beacon Hill.
Register for Upcoming NFIB Events in Your AreaNFIB MA hosts educational programs to help you own, operate and grow your business!
The Beacon Hill ReportNFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
MA NFIB Says Make Holiday Parties Fun For Employees, Not LawyersThe NFIB Legal Center provides tips for small businesses to have great holiday parties without risking safety or lawsuits.
The Beacon Hill Report - November 15, 2012NFIB State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
A 2012 Massachusetts Election RecapOn the surface the 2012 elections may have looked like a total wash for pro-small business candidates. But upon closer examination the results on the state level should be at least somewhat encouraging for small business owners.
Beacon Hill Report - November 1, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Beacon Hill Report - October 18, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update
Beacon Hill Report - October 4, 2012NFIB State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update
The Beacon Hill Report - September 20, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
The Beacon Hill Report - September 6, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
NFIB/MA Pokes Holes in Minimum Wage StudyDirector Bill Vernon said that a think tank study unveiled yesterday claiming that a higher minimum wage would grow the economy relies on some very questionable assumptions.
Beacon Hill Report - August 16, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
MA Small Business Optimism Dips AgainDirector Bill Vernon says that Massachusetts small business owners are concerned about the persistently weak US economy.
MA Small Business Disappointed by Jobs Bill VetoDirector Bill Vernon today criticized Governor Patrick's veto of two important provisions of the recently enacted jobs package.
MA NFIB Urges Shoppers to Visit Small BusinessesDirector Bill Vernon says that shoppers planning to take advantage of the upcoming sales tax holiday this weekend shouldn't forget their local merchants.
The Beacon Hill Report - August 2, 2012NFIB State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
MA Small Business Pleased by Latest Health ReformDirector Bill Vernon said the latest attempt at health care reform in Massachusetts seems to be a good faith effort to reduce costs.
Which Regulations Are Impacting Your Business?Free event providing members with an opportunity to speak with state officials about which regulations are impacting their business.
Beacon Hill Report - July 19, 2012NFIB MA State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update.
MA Small Business Worried About EconomyDirector Bill Vernon said that a recent drop in small business optimism indicates a weakening economy.
MA Small Business Disappointed by SCOTUSDirector Bill Vernon says that the SCOTUS decsion creates special problems for Massachusetts businesses because they'll have to live under a double burden imposed by the state and federal governments.
Beacon Hill Report - June 21, 2012State Director Bill Vernon provides a legislative update from Boston.
Small Business Index Remains FlatDirector Bill Vernon says that with high costs in Massachusetts and potentially higher federal taxes looming, it's no surprise that small business owners aren't optimistic.
Tell Your Legislators to Stop Bullying Small Business OwnersSmall business owners should be aware of pending legislation that would make employers liable for so-called "bullying in the workplace". The bill contains a vague definition of bullying which could further entangle Massachusetts employers in costly litigation and needless lawsuits.
Beacon Hill Report - June 7, 2012State Director Bill Vernon reports on recent legislative developments in Boston.
Bill Vernon Featured in the Boston Business JournalRead about Bill Vernon, NFIB State Director in the most recent edition of the Boston Business Journal.
NFIB Urges House to Reject Forced Unionization BillDirector Bill Vernon today warned that a bill to force certain day care providers to become unionized will hurt small businesses.
Massachusetts Legislature Attempts to Unionize Private Daycare ProvidersRead the letter sent to state representatives from NFIB State Director Bill Vernon on the attempt to unionize private daycare businesses.
Beacon Hill ReportState Director Bill Vernon reports on recent legislative developments in Boston.
Small Business Index Shows Modest GainDirector Bill Vernon says that a modest increase in the Optimism Index is good news, but that lawmakers need to do more to encourage growth.

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