03/11/2008
CONTACT: Stephanie Cathcart, 202-314-2056
Media Advisory
WHAT: For more than 20 years, small businesses have said healthcare costs are their No. 1 issue. Premium increases are placing an overwhelming burden on small business owners while their employees struggle with large deductibles and diminished access to care. The small business community needs comprehensive healthcare reform to address its unique concerns.
In 1994, a healthcare reform package was introduced that did not sufficiently address the needs of all Americans. NFIB was a vocal opponent of those reforms and, fortunately, members of Congress agreed and the legislation never became law. But the problem has become a crisis. Now is the time to deliver real and meaningful solutions. The NFIB will announce its plans to embark on a nationwide campaign to engage policymakers, legislators, and the next administration on this critical issue.
WHO: Todd Stottlemyer, NFIB President and CEO; NFIB member and small business owner Thomas Johnson (Thomas A. Johnson Furniture Company)
WHERE: The National Press Club
Media Room: The First Amendment Lounge
529 14th St., NW, 13th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20045
WHEN: March 12, 2008
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. EDT
Breakfast will be served
ABOUT NFIB:
NFIB is the nation’s leading small business association, with offices in Washington, D.C., and all 50 state capitals. Founded in 1943 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, NFIB gives small and independent business owners a voice in shaping the public policy issues that affect their business. NFIB’s powerful network of grassroots activists send their views directly to state and federal lawmakers through our unique member-only ballot, thus playing a critical role in supporting America’s free enterprise system.
NFIB’s mission is to promote and protect the right of our members to own, operate and grow their businesses. More information about NFIB is available online at www.NFIB.com/newsroom.
