AZ Small Business Policy News & Information

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State Government Procurement Fair, June 3Learn how Arizona contracts for products and servives.
Small Business Strongly Opposes Expanding MedicaidNews Release--Survey reveals Arizona entrepreneurs' deep skepticism of federal funding promises.
One Day Left to RSVP for Tucson Member EventDoug Ducey to address NFIB members at Tucson event, May 22. Reserve by Friday, May 17.
Workplace Safety Expos Coming to Phoenix, TucsonDay-long seminars can help improve NFIB members' ratings, save money.
More Small Business Bills Signed Into LawIn some big victories for NFIB/Arizona, State Director Farrell Quinlan reports on four more pieces of legislation meeting with the governor's approval.
Phoenix High School Senior Wins YEF ScholarshipNews Release--Education Foundation of NFIB looking to help America's future entrepreneurs.
Take Action Now to Simplify the Sales TaxNFIB makes it easy to reach your lawmaker to encourage his or her support for House Bill 2111.
Meet Your New Member Support ManagerAnthony Smith brings the right blend of business and political experience to new job.
LC Chairman Talks Tax Simplification on KJZZ RadioNFIB's Mark Giebelhaus says having the state, instead of multiple jurisdictions, collect one sales tax would make it easier to do business in Arizona.
Small Business Day at the Capitol a Huge SuccessLeading legislators and top policymakers meet with NFIB members.
Help Us Fund Scholarships for Arizona's Young EntrepreneursYour tax-deductible donation will allow NFIB to support graduating high-school seniors who have started their own successful small businesses.
Your Day at the State Capitol is February 5Meet the Big 5 who make the Arizona laws your enterprise must abide by. Seating is limited. Reserve before Feb. 1.
New Leadership Council Chairman Fights ScammersMark Giebelhaus tells Phoenix CBS-affiliate that he's always on the look-out for bogus bills.
Tucson Employment Law Seminar, Dec. 14What you don't know could cost you big. NFIB is co-sponsoring a three-hour seminar with experts in the field.
$604,000 in Dividends Paid to NFIB MembersPartnership with SCF Arizona rewarding workplace safety in a big way.
YEF Scholarship Deadline Extended to Jan. 6Give a state student a helping hand with college tuition.
Vote Your State Member BallotResults center NFIB's lobbying position in Phoenix.
Statement on Loss of Proposition 116NFIB/Arizona State Director Farrell Quinlan says ballot measure's lack of opposition also failed to draw campaign contributions.
Phoenix to Approve Permits in 24-HoursNFIB-member city councilman leads huge job-creation reform.
Check Out NFIB's 2012 State Voter Guides (Member Login Required)Election Day is here.
Proposition 116's Fate Awaits Election DayTo keep up on developments with the campaign, visit these websites and share them with your family, friends, neighbors and anyone who values your opinion.
Arizona Small Business Owners: No on 204News Release--NFIB steadfast in opposition to new, permanent sales tax increase.
Flagstaff Member Meeting, October 1Topic: 2012 Elections--What's at Stake for Small Business?
62 Legislative Candidates EndorsedNews Release--Small-business backing a boon to those who earn its support.
Prescott Area Members Invited to Entrepreneurship RoundtableState Director Farrell Quinlan to participate in panel discussion hosted by U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar.
Reducing Potential for Workplace ViolenceIn light of recent national tragedies, SCF Arizona has three pages of handy tips to help your business avoid being a victim.
Small Business Champion, Guardians HonoredEntrepreneur Michael Schafer, Sen. Andy Biggs, Rep. Tom Forese receive NFIB's top awards.
Local Reaction to Today's SBET DropNews Release--Inability of Washington to help economy puts added pressure on Arizona.
Lock Out, Tag to Prevent Energy Injuries"Workers serving or maintaining machines or equipment where the energy sources is enabled could be shocked, burned, crushed, cut, amputated or killed."
Jesse Kelly Endorsed in Congressional Special ElectionNews Release--NFIB's SAFE Trust urges members to vote on June 12.
Get Your Handy Fact Sheet on Proposition 116 HereNFIB has prepared a one-page document summarizing the importance of raising the personal property tax exemption by voting Yes.
Best Pro-Small-Business Session in State History EndsThe 50th Arizona Legislature will be viewed as the Golden Age of free market reform reports NFIB State Director Farrell Quinlan in his wrap-up story.
Job Creators Cheer Referral of Proposition 116News Release--Small Business Job Creation Act would roll back job-killing equipment and machinery tax.
Four High School Seniors Win YEF ScholarshipsNews Release--Two from same school in Scottsdale.
Tucson Member Meeting, May 2Come meet congressional candidates Ron Barber and Jesse Kelly.
Casa Grande Member Meeting, May 3U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar will be the special guest.
House Vote Comes Just in the Nick of TimeNews Release--Prescient lawmakers act before key economic indicator reports dangerous drop.
Member's Call to Office Leads to New Law"I am really proud of how you ... got this thing done. This fight was one of the most unfair things I have been exposed to in my 30-year life as a businessman. You have righted a long-standing wrong."
Action Needed Today to Rollback Equipment TaxCall or send an email to your state representatives urging passage of SCR 1012.
Victory on Trespasser LawsuitsNFIB helps win big safeguard against legal expansion of property owner's liability.
2012 State Member Ballot ResultsYes to taxpayer bill of rights. No to favoring certain businesses for tax breaks.
Rewarding the Worthy, Removing the Worthless State EmployeeNFIB/Arizona urges members to call or email their senators and state representatives and tell them to support House Bill 2571.
Meet Dr. Bob in Phoenix, March 1NFIB’s senior fellow for health and economics will discuss controlling health-care costs.
Your Day at the Capitol is March 21Largest annual gathering of Arizona small-business owners will convene at the State Capitol.
Legislative Bills Start Their JourneyIn his first report on the new session, State Director Farrell Quinlan discusses the tumultuous change in the composition of the Arizona Legislature.
TV Audience Listens To NFIB’s 2012 Legislative AgendaState Director Farrell Quinlan takes to the airwaves to outline small businesses’ wish list for this session.
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.
Special Poll: Stop Punishing Investment to Spur Job GrowthNews Release--Small-business owners point to a way out of Arizona’s recession.
Have You Voted Your State Member Ballot?News Release--Annual NFIB poll underway.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/Arizona members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.

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