ND Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Five Things To Know About Summer JobsA reminder to parents and employers.
Washburn High School Senior Wins YEF ScholarshipNews Release--Education Foundation of NFIB looking to help America's future entrepreneurs
Open and Fair Competition Bill Now LawIn a victory for NFIB, Gov. Jack Dalrymple prevents unions from barring non-union construction firms from bidding on government contracts.
Meet Your New Member Support ManagerNo stranger to NFIB, Stephanie Wentz brings extensive association, lobbying and bipartisan political experience to job.
Tax Cuts Pass House By Huge MajoritiesExpansion of Medicaid clears first legislative hurdle.
No Likelihood of State Minimum-Wage IncreaseNorth Dakota will not answer President Obama's bad call to boost, job-killing, economy-dragging levy.
Bill Restricting Project Labor Agreements Passes HouseNFIB-supported measure would require open and fair competition among bidders for local government construction contracts.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for North Dakota's Young EntrepreneursYour tax-deductible donation will allow NFIB to support graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
2013 State Member Ballot ResultsSmall-business owners give their opinion on taxes, unemployment, credit reports and Medicaid.
YEF Scholarship Deadline Extended to Jan. 6Give a state student a helping hand with college tuition.
Vote Your State Member BallotResults center NFIB's lobbying position in Bismarck.
Post-Election Focus Turns to 2013 Legislative SessionNFIB believes it may be time to consider some type of cap on property taxes to prevent local governments from keeping too much of the windfall.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Questions to Ask Candidates Wanting Your VoteA practical guide to separate the true friends of small business from those just saying they're pro-small-business.
U.S. Rep. Berg Part of $2 Million National Radio Ad BuyNews Release--NFIB thanks North Dakota Congressman for doing big things for small business.
Will State Fall Under the Drunken Sailor Syndrome?With oil revenue projections higher than originally expected, legislators will have to resist the temptation to start spending recklessly.
Bismarck Meeting Highlights Value of MembershipIdea for webinar on the new health-care law emerges from discussions.
Voters Reject Property Tax RepealConsidered a step too far by a huge majority of North Dakotans, NFIB Member Ballot results in opposition to initiative and final statewide tally closely matched.
Bismarck Member Meeting, June 27Join us for a legislative update from State Director Bonnie Staiger and call-in from Washington D.C. on NFIB's landmark lawsuit challenging Obamacare.
Small Business Opposes Measure 2News Release--Leading association will begin reminding its members to vote against constitutional amendment.
Small Business to Benefit From Berg LegislationNews Release--Bill introduced at Fargo news conference will simplify taxes.
Monday News Conference in FargoNews Release--U.S. Rep. Richard Berg to lead small business tax simplification effort.
West Fargo High School Senior Wins ScholarshipNews Release--Student one of 131 nationally to get Young Entrepreneurship award.
Primary Election Season in Full SwingAs June 12 approaches, there’s at least one way to find out which legislators were true friends of small business.
2012 State Member Ballot ResultsCap-and-trade, ADA, medical malpractice, product liability issues voted on.
Candidate Debate February 25 in FargoWhat do those running for governor, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House think of North Dakota small businesses?
Why Doesn’t NFIB Take a Stand on This Issue?Knowing of what we speak on issues that matter most to our members has made us the only voice of small business that policymakers respect.
Have You Voted Your State Member Ballot?News Release--Annual NFIB poll underway.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/North Dakota members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
U.S. Rep. Rick Berg Discusses Regulatory Relief With MembersExclusive Fargo meeting outlines two bills he’s pushing to ease compliance burdens.
Fargo-Area Member Meeting, FridayCome meet guest speaker U.S. Rep. Rick Berg
Have a Good Question to Ask?NFIB beginning preparations on 2012 state member ballot.
Small Business Mourns Passing of Senate Majority LeaderBob Stenehjem’s legacy is a more vibrant and secure North Dakota.
Wi-Fi Warning: Small Businesses Take NoteNews Release--New copyright deal on Internet access.
ICE Investigations Aiming at Small BusinessesNews Release--Tips on preparedness offered by NFIB.
No Slowing Down During Summer MonthsNFIB/North Dakota is looking ahead to next legislative session and election year.
Inform Yourself on the Issues That MatterPeople turn to small-business owners for the best information on what happened and what will happen in Bismarck.
Free Resources to Celebrate Small Business WeekNFIB/North Dakota is giving away prizes, survival guides and an opportunity to learn from experts.
Legislature Ends With Major Tax CutsReduction in individual rates will save North Dakotans $120 over two years.
Background Checks—A Free Webinar, May 11Learn more about the risks and best practices of this vital employment tool.
10 Things You Should Know About PayrollFree webinar from NFIB/North Dakota, 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
2 Free March Webinars RemainSessions offered on how to protect yourself from lost computer data, and health insurance alternatives
State Supreme Court Upholds Statute of Limitations on Product Liability ClaimsNews Release--Decision a welcome legal rebuke to out-of-state plaintiffs
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.
Legislature Wrangles Over Tax Relief, Health Care, and WSI IssuesWould bill aimed at helping emergency responders open up opportunity for anyone to claim a workplace mental injury?
Avoid The Top Five Most Expensive Tax ProblemsLast of NFIB/North Dakota webinar series concludes Feb. 23
NFIB Members Elected to the LegislatureNFIB/North Dakota congratulates its members who were elected to the Legislature on Nov. 2.
Free Webinar: Alternative Funding SourcesThis month's series of free webinars offered by NFIB/North Dakota closes with Alternative Funding Sources to Start or Grow Your Business, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 11:00am CT.
Special North Dakota Webinar on New Healthcare LawTake an hour to learn more small business’ No. 1 concern on December 21

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