07/ 25/ 2006
My Favorite Part of NFIB.com
"I use NFIB.com for several reasons. First, I use it to check a legislator's NFIB voting record prior to contacting them. In addition, I use the site to get updates on pending state and federal legislation that could affect small business. I can't get these updates through traditional media. Also, I have used NFIB.com to access member services, which actually led me to the health coverage I now have in place."
—NFIB member Keith Wheeler
Owner, Responsive Network Services LLC, Chicago and Oswego, Ill.
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Sick of High Health-Care Costs?
Lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are stuck in gridlock as your health-insurance costs increase every year. A few months ago, Small-Business Health Plan legislation (a compromise solution to level the playing field and help business owners afford coverage for their families and employees) was up for debate in the Senate. Unfortunately, a few lawmakers blocked any real reform. How did your senators vote? Find out and then tell your senators to continue working for passage of this much-needed legislation. Go to www.SBHPalert.com for details.
The Latest News Now
At press time, several stories out of Washington, D.C., were pending. What happened with them is a big deal to your small business. Look to NFIB.com for the latest news on these and other stories:
Health insurance—The latest on the Senate's action on Small-Business Health Plans.
Death tax—Find out if a congressional vote has been set.
Election 2006—Track the country's closest races as November's elections draw closer.
Three Ways to Work Faster With NFIB.com
1. Track Lawmakers
Watch for your pre-election voting edition of How Congress Voted this fall. In the meantime, find out how your lawmakers voted on key small-business issues at www.NFIB.com/hcv.
2. Find Ideas
Overwhelmed by the challenges of running a small business? You don't have to go at it alone. Find tons of advice and resources from other owners like you at www.NFIB.com/toolsandtips.
3. Know Your Rights
Learn the latest on small-business legal reform, find answers to legal questions and download a Model Employee Handbook for Small Business and free OSHA Posters by visiting www.NFIB.com/legal.
Summit Recap
Did you miss all the action at the 2006 National Small-Business Summit? You can still catch the highlights. Just go to www.NFIB.com/summit to view video clips from some of the high-profile speakers.
