MN Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Second Veto of Tax Relief Bill Draw Small-Business IreNews Release--NFIB also takes governor to task for killing regulatory reform measure.
Small Business Awaits Another Veto From GovernorSales tax exemption legislation would be eighth major bill to receive chief executive’s ‘No’ reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest legislative update.
Governor Urged to Sign Slimmed-Down Tax Bill (HF 247)News Release--Small business calls on chief executive not to pass up second chance.
Legislature Misses Target Adjournment DateNegotiations with Governor Dayton continue, reports NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the capitol.
Five High School Seniors Win YEF ScholarshipsNews Release--Students from Apple Valley, Fairbault, Hallock, Plymouth, Minnetonka named.
Conference Call With House Speaker, Friday, April 20Exclusive invitation to NFIB members to listen in on latest about elimination of statewide portion of commercial property tax and other issues.
Close of Legislative Session ApproachesCommercial property tax reduction bill advances, reports NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the capitol.
State Expected to Run a Budget SurplusIn his latest legislative update, State Director Mike Hickey reports on some news not heard in more than a decade.
New Criteria for Fining Small Businesses?NFIB-supported bill strengthening Equal Access to Justice Law advances in Minnesota Senate. Redistricting bombshell drops.
Governor Vetoes Lawsuit Abuse BillsLegislative leaders thinking of re-passing them later in session, while NFIB continues efforts to lobby his office.
Legislature Reconvenes Jan. 24Tort reform will be top priority for NFIB.
Court Halts Childcare Unionization VoteAt issue is whether or not the governor has the power to call a union election without legislative authority.
Governor Calls for Union Vote For Child-Care ProvidersNFIB questions relevancy for sole proprietors.
Rochester Member Meeting Nov. 29Legislative preview from Sen. Carla Nelson, Power Point presentation on Obamacare highlight the event.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/Minnesota members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
Senator Julianne Ortman Earns Guardian of Small Business AwardHer leadership and effort on key issues were impressive.
Governor Backing Off on Unionized Childcare CentersLegality of issuing an executive order highly questionable.
Member Meetings in Fergus Falls, PrincetonJoin State Sen. Gretchen Hoffman on Sept. 21 or U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack on Sept. 26.
Sept. 1 Member Meeting With U.S. Rep. Erik PaulsenAlso find out the latest on NFIB’s big victory on the estate tax from State Director Mike Hickey.
Special Congressional Briefing in Duluth, Aug. 23NFIB members and guests are invited to hear from and talk to U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack over lunch.
Estate Tax Win Caps Legislative ActivityIn his final update from the State Capitol for 2011, State Director Mike Hickey celebrates big NFIB victory.
Huge Tax Victory for Small Businesses, FarmsNews Release--NFIB applauds conforming Minnesota’s estate tax exemption to the federal government’s.
Budget Deal Not the Only NewsIn his updated report from the Legislature, State Director Mike Hickey re-caps the victories, near misses, and pending actions for small business.
Important Rochester Meeting, July 19Your chance to hear directly from two lawmakers on what’s going on at the State Capitol.
Lower Your Workers' Comp. PremiumsNFIB and EMPLOYERS team up in Minnesota.
Small Business Mourns Passing of Sen. Linda ScheidNews Release--Brooklyn Park lawmaker was a consensus builder for Main Street
No Slowing Down During Summer MonthsNFIB/Minnesota is looking ahead to next legislative session and election year.
Special Session to Decide Budget"We are fighting the battle and stepping forward when many groups don’t," reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the Capitol.
Budget Impasse Making Special Session LikelyPro-small-business bills advancing in final days of legislative session, reports State Director Mike Hickey.
Historic Passage of Tort Reform BillsSenate Judiciary Committee did something that hasn’t been done in 10 years, reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the capitol.
Background Checks—A Free Webinar, May 11Learn more about the risks and best practices of this vital employment tool.
High School Senior Wins Huge NFIB ScholarshipNews Release--Rohit Agrawal of Plymouth honored for entrepreneurial initiative.
Overhaul of Justice Law Moving Through HouseHouse File 997 would benefit small business reports State Director Mike Hickey from St. Paul
10 Things You Should Know About PayrollFree webinar from NFIB/Minnesota, Wednesday, April 27
Free Webinar—Essential Workplace PoliciesSpend some time April 13 learning the Do's and Don'ts every small-business owner should know
NFIB Backs Efforts to Fight Lawsuit AbuseNews Release--Tort reform moves to front burner in State Capitol
House Passes Small Business Tax ReliefBut governor almost certain to veto it reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest legislative update
NFIB Thanks Governor for Signing Bill To Streamline Permitting ProcessNews Release--Minnesota small-business owners had lobbied for House File 1
Two Free March Webinars RemainSessions offered on how to protect yourself from lost computer data, and health insurance alternatives
Speedier Permit-Process Bill Moves Quickly Through LegislatureIn his latest Legislative Update, State Director Mike Hickey also applauds major tort-reform bill’s advancement
Small Business Agenda Making NewsA regularly updated story on the media coverage of NFIB/Minnesota’s legislative advocacy
Dayton Tax Proposal Continues to StunState Director Mike Hickey also reports in his latest Legislative Update that the governor also vetoed the first phase of budget fix
Small Business Stunned by Governor’s Large Tax IncreaseNews Release--“You could not take more destructive action than this.”
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.
Senate Slashes State Budget on Heels of House CutsAlso, bill speeding up permit process clears several committees, reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest Legislative Update.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Some Sweetheart DealsNews Release--NFIB announces new annual campaign to support small businesses
House Makes First Move on Budget DeficitIn his Legislative Update from the Capitol, State Director Mike Hickey reports on a billion dollars worth of cuts.
Tax Conformity, Permit Bills Move Through LegislatureIn his second Legislative Update of the session, State Director Mike Hickey tracks two bills beneficial for small business
Email Marketing and Tax Tips Highlight February WebinarsNFIB/Minnesota is pleased to present these educational tools to members and non-members free of charge.
Legislative Update--Historic Change in St. PaulIn the first of a series of regular reports from the Capitol, State Director Mike Hickey discusses the shift to a pro-small-business House and Senate

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