SD Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Five Things To Know About Summer JobsA reminder to parents and employers.
Want to Influence the 2014 Legislative Session?Now is a good time to start the conversation about the issues that matter most to small-business survival in South Dakota.
Two Report Cards Issued on StateTax Foundation, Mercatus Center finds South Dakota hospitable to business.
2013 Legislative Wrap-UpNFIB State Director Lindsey Riter-Rapp reports on the bills of importance to small business that made it through or just fell short.
Meet Your New Member Support ManagerNo stranger to NFIB, Stephanie Wentz brings extensive association, lobbying and bipartisan political experience to job.
Legislature Wrapping Up Business Before RecessFinal week sees flurry of activity and governor's signature on some bills.
No State Minimum-Wage IncreaseSouth Dakota will not answer President Obama's bad call to boost, job-killing, economy-dragging levy.
2013 State Member Ballot ResultsSmall-business owners give their opinion on injury reporting, workers' compensation physicians, economic development, and Medicaid.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for South Dakota's Young EntrepreneursYour tax-deductible donation will allow NFIB to support graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Want to be a Small-Business Leader?NFIB is recruiting members to serve on its Leadership Council.
YEF Scholarship Deadline Extended to Jan. 6Give a state student a helping hand with college tuition.
Members' Opposition to IM-15 Key to Its DefeatNFIB part of coalition to stop largest tax increase in state history.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Vote No on Measure 15A permanent tax increase benefiting only two groups and with no legislative oversight is not what South Dakota needs.
What Question Would You Ask?Development of NFIB's annual state member ballot will shortly commence. Results from the poll anchor small-business lobbying efforts.
Have You Voted Your Special Ballot?NFIB/South Dakota asking members for their opinion on a November initiative increasing the state's sales tax 1¢ to finance education and Medicaid.
Next Week: Pierre Member MeetingJoin us on June 28 for a legislative update from State Director Lindsey Riter-Rapp and call-in from Washington D.C. on NFIB's landmark lawsuit challenging Obamacare.
Sanborn Central High School Senior Wins ScholarshipNews Release--Student one of 131 nationally to get Young Entrepreneurship award.
Would You Like to be a Small-Business Leader?NFIB is recruiting members to serve on its South Dakota council.
2012 Legislative Session Wrap-UpNFIB helped defeat numerous anti-small-business bills.
2012 State Member Ballot ResultsHiring of unauthorized workers, health-insurance exchange, and sales tax increase highlight tallies.
House Passes Manufacturing Liability LimitsIn her report from the capitol, State Director Lindsey Riter-Rapp highlights 20 bills NFIB is closely monitoring.
Joining the Governor in Keeping Jobs HereNFIB poll could aid state policymakers, business owners in making sure South Dakota Wins.
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?Annual NFIB poll underway.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/South Dakota members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
Exclusive Meeting With Key Congressional Aide HeldReducing regulations a top priority of U.S. Kristi Noem.
Sioux Falls-Area Member Meeting, Oct. 6Suzanne Veenis, area director for U.S. Rep. Krisi Noem, will be the special guest.
Have a Good Question to Ask?NFIB beginning preparations on 2012 state member ballot.
Legislative Panel Examines State Sales Tax ExemptionsCommittee will take public testimony August 23, 24.
Want To Be a Small Business Leader?NFIB is recruiting members to help shape policy in Pierre.
No Slowing Down During Summer MonthsNFIB/South 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 Pierre.
Free Resources to Celebrate Small Business WeekNFIB/South Dakota is giving away prizes, survival guides and an opportunity to learn from experts.
Legislature Adjourns With Balanced Budget—For NowIn her wrap-up report, State Director Lindsey Riter-Rapp discusses NFIB victories and challenges ahead
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/South 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
Tax Increases Defeated—So FarCapitol Update—Trespassing, subrogation, health care also front-burner issues
2 Free March Webinars RemainSessions offered on how to protect yourself from lost computer data, and health insurance alternatives
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.
Avoid The Top Five Most Expensive Tax ProblemsLast of NFIB/South Dakota webinar series concludes Feb. 23
Poll: Small Business Owners Tell License-Fees Idea to Keep DrivingNews Release--Health care, corporate and sales tax questions round out NFIB/South Dakota annual balloting
Free Webinar: Alternative Funding SourcesThis month's series of free webinars offered by NFIB/South Dakota closes with Alternative Funding Sources to Start or Grow Your Business, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 11:00am CT.
South Dakota Small Business Challenges Health-care LawNews Release--Federal case today will question constitutionality of individual mandate
NFIB is recruiting Leadership Council members for South DakotaYou have an opportunity to help shape policy in Pierre
Big Legislative Wins for Small BusinessWe have people on the inside, and we don't mind exposing them
Download Your 2010 Small Business Voter Guide!Make sure you're prepared with everything you need before you step into the ballot box.
You Can Nominate a South Dakota Student For a ScholarshipOnline applications for an NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation scholarship start Oct. 1
Take Action: The Small Business Tax Increase Clock is TickingLearn how the small business tax increase clock is ticking! Tell Congress to make current tax rates permanent before small business is hit with a massive tax increase.

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