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WEBINAR: Critical Legislative and Regulatory Issues for Small Business Owners

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB's public policy staff will explain the latest legislative issues being debated in Congress and regulatory developments from the agencies in Washington, D.C., and explain how your business could be affected.

Have You Updated Your Disaster Plan?

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1. Before it's too late, make sure you're prepared to keep your business up and running in the event of a storm or some other natural disaster.

Governor Signs Bill Allowing Small Businesses to Compete for State Contracts

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB/Mississippi fought to repeal a law barring private companies from bidding against the nonprofit Mississippi Prison Industries.

Small Business Regulatory Review Committee Wants to Hear From You

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB/Mississippi State Director Ron Aldridge chairs the panel, and several NFIB members serve as members.

NFIB/Mississippi Scores Important Victories in 2013 Legislature

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Here's a roundup of some of the bills that are going to make it easier for you to operate and grow your small businesses.

Support a Young Entrepreneur: Buy a Glass of Lemonade on Lemonade Day

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Support the next generation of small-business leaders by pledging to buy a glass of lemonade from a budding entrepreneur in your neighborhood this spring or summer!

Grassroots Activism Draws NFIB Members to Small Business Day

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The event was a great opportunity to meet other small-business owners from around the state and learn how to help the voice of small business be heard in the Legislature!

Bay St. Louis Entrepreneur is 'How I Built My Business' Video Contest Finalist

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nine finalists from across the country will compete for a $5,000 grand prize in online voting that begins Monday, March 11.

Ruling Upholding Limits on Punitive Damages a Big Win for Small Business

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Without a commonsense limits on damages, every family-owned business could be one outrageous jury award from having to close its doors.

NFIB Scoring Big Wins for Small Business in the Legislature

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Midway through this year's session, we've succeeded in persuading lawmakers to pass several good bills -- and defeat some bad ones.

Help Us Fund Scholarships for Mississippi's Young Entrepreneurs

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award is a college scholarship for students who have started their own small businesses.

STATEMENT: Bryant's Plan for Accelerated Tax Reduction Welcome News for Small Business

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In his State of the State Address, Gov. Bryant called for moving forward with the Accelerated Tax Reduction.

Meet NFIB/Mississippi's New Member Support Manager

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sarah Waters will work closely with State Director Ron Aldridge to help NFIB members engage in the legislative and political processes.

What's at Stake for Small Business in the Legislature?

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

We'll be fighting for tax relief and lawsuit reforms when lawmakers return to Jackson on Jan. 8.

Deadline for YEF Scholarship EXTENDED to Jan. 6

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation award recognizes graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.

What Should Mississippi Small Businesses Know About Obamacare?

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Find out Dec. 12 when NFIB hosts a free webinar explaining health-insurance exchanges and other components of the federal health-care law.

Governor's Position on Accelerated Tax Reduction is Welcome News for Small Businesses

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Gov. Phil Bryant's call for lawmakers to stop delaying the Accelerated Tax Reduction is good news for small business.

Small Business Saturday a Chance for Shoppers to Help the Local Economy

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Shopping at small, locally-owned businesses this holiday season is a great way to support the community.

House Speaker to Begin Statewide Listening Tour

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This is a great chance for NFIB/Mississippi members to tell Speaker Philip Gunn about the issues that matter most to small business!

NFIB/Mississippi Endorses Candidates for Supreme Court, Court of Appeals

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The courts can have a tremendous influence on small business. We need judges who will be fair to all sides and won't legislate from the bench.