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NFIB/Texas Visits Tomball Chamber Group

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB/Texas Executive Director Will Newton was invited to be the keynote speaker at a recent Tomball Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

NFIB/Texas Presents Sen. Patrick with Guardian Award

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB/Texas presented Sen. Dan Patrick with the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award, our organization's most coveted award for lawmakers.

NFIB Joins Workforce Chairman for Jobs Talk

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Andy Ellard, chairman of the NFIB/Texas Leadership Council, spoke about job development at an event hosted by the Texas Public Policy Foundation.

Austin Luncheon Set for Nov. 4

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During these economic times, it's important that small business owners work together to make sure that your right to own, operate and grow your business is protected. Please join NFIB and the Austin Independent Business Alliance for a luncheon and discussion on state and federal issues affecting your bottom line.

Voting Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, you will have an opportunity to vote on 11 proposed amendments to the Texas constitution. As the drivers of our state's economy, you should exercise your right to vote not just during general election years, but during years when amendments that could affect your business are up for consideration.

San Antonio Grasstops Group Underway

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

More than two dozen small business owners gathered in San Antonio this week as part of a grasstops pilot project, started by local NFIB activists Wanda Rohm (Chandler Consulting), Chuck Toudouze (Toudouze Market) and Pete Van de Putte (Dixie Flag). The grasstops group consists of NFIB members who share a desire to meet frequently to discuss hot topics and issues affecting their business.

Austin Workers' Comp Seminar Draws Crowd

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

More than two dozen small business owners showed up for an Austin luncheon co-hosted by NFIB/Texas and Texas Mutual Insurance Company to learn about workers' compensation issues.

Workers' Comp Seminar Coming Up in Dallas

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We have put together a high-powered, one-hour seminar on one of the biggest costs of running your business: workers' compensation. Find out if we're hosting one in your city!

NFIB/Texas Executive Director Speaks to Caldwell Rotary

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Will Newton talks healthcare and taxes.

NFIB/Texas Hosts First of Five Workers Comp Seminars

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Joint seminar addresses one of business' top costs.

Small Business Asks President Obama to Support Reforms that Help, not Harm

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

NFIB head says president can choose to stand with small businesses who need healthcare reform.

Congressman Culberson Hosts NFIB/Texas Roundtable Discussion

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Congressman John Culberson met with NFIB/Texas members in his district last week to discuss issues ranging from healthcare to cap and trade.

Join Us for a Healthcare Reform Conference Call

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What's next for healthcare reform? NFIB's Washington lobbyists join us for a members-only conference call to answer your questions and give you the latest on what's happening on Capitol Hill!

Press Conference with U.S. Rep. Smith

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Texas Legislature lifts some 'margin tax' burden off owners

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Posted On: Sunday, Jul. 12 2009

By Don Bolding
Killeen Daily Herald

Small-business owners are breathing a little easier with some of the burden from the notorious "margin tax," or revised franchise tax, lifted for a couple of years.

NFIB/Texas Statement on Special Legislative Session

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The National Federation of Independent Business, Texas' leading small business association, released the following statement on June 30, 2009, from Executive Director Will Newton, regarding the Special Session of the 81st Texas Legislature.

Video of HB 4765 Bill Signing

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This 18-minute video from the press conference highlights some of the key players in getting this legislation signed into law.

NFIB/Texas Joins Gov. Perry, Lawmakers in Bill-Signing Ceremony

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Will Newton, executive director of NFIB/Texas, applauded the Texas Legislature and Governor Rick Perry for passage of House Bill 4765, which will spare 40,000 businesses from the state's margin tax.

End-of-Session Statement to the Media

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 81st Legislative session was a good one for small business owners across the state, but the margin tax and other priority issues for the organization require action prior to next session.

NFIB/Texas Supports "Card Check" Resolution

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT