MN Small Business Policy News & Information

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Despite Improving Fiscal Picture, Majority Party is Determined to Enact Massive $2.8 Billion Tax HikeDirector Mike Hickey reports that while the state's fiscal problems are easing, lawmakers remain determined to raise taxes by a whopping $2.8 billion.
NFIB Says Minimum Wage Hike will Destroy Jobs and Hurt Small BusinessDirector Mike Hickey today said that a minimum wage under consideration today will wipe out jobs, especially for young workers, and that many small businesses can't handle the additional cost.
NFIB Says Senate Tax Bill Will Hit Many Small BusinessesDirector Mike Hickey warned today that a Senate tax bill, which increases income taxes and property taxes, would be devastating to many small businesses.
Call Your Senators and Urge Them to Vote No on Higher Taxes!The state Senate is preparing to vote on a massive increase in the income tax. Please call your state Senator and urge him or her to vote "NO" on higher taxes.
NFIB Warns that Higher Income Tax will Punish Small BusinessesDirector Mike Hickey told lawmakers today that a bill to raise the state income tax well above 12 percent would come down hard on the strongest small businesses that can hire new workers.
NFIB/MN Awards Scholarship to Young EntrepreneurNFIB/Minnesota today announced the winner of the 2013 Young Entrepreneur Scholarship.
House Majority Rolls Out Huge Tax IncreaseDirector Mike Hickey reports on a massive tax increase working its way through the House today.
MN Small Business Warns that Exchange will Hurt Small BusinessesDirector Mike Hickey warned legislators that a bill to create a health care exchange will hurt small businesses with higher assessments and reduced competition.
House Health Insurance Exchange Bill Not Good for Small BusinessNews Release--Vast majority will not use what they are being asked to pay 3.5 percent more in premiums for, says NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey.
State Deficit ShrinksNew projection could make it more difficult for governor to push tax increases.
Make Your Voice Heard at Business Day at the CapitolNFIB members can make their voices heard by state policymakers at the upcoming 2013 Business Day at the Capitol on March 13th. Check her for details.
Business Day at the Capitol offers Great Program for Small Business OwnersCheck out the program here for the upcoming Business Day at the Capitol.
Small Business Wins Fight on Health Insurance Exchange Bill, At Least for NowDirector Mike Hickey reports that a key legislative committee voted to remove a tax on small business employers to fund the state's Health Insurance Exchange.
NFIB/MN Warns that Tax Hikes are Aimed Straight at Small BusinessDirector Mike Hickey warned lawmakers today in advance of Governor Mark Dayton's State of the State Address that the large tax hikes he's calling for will devastate small businesses and jeopardize the state's competitiveness.
Contact Your Representatives on Flawed Health Care Exchange Bill ImmediatelyDirector Mike Hickey urges small business owners to contact their state representatives regarding legislation, SF1/HF5, creating a health insurance exchange as part of the federal Affordable Care Act.
Governor Proposes Massive Tax Hikes on Small BusinessesDirector Mike Hickey analyzes the Governor's proposal to raise taxes dramatically on small businesses.
State Projected to Run $1.1 Billion Deficit Despite Current SurplusDirector Mike Hickey reports that Minnesota's state budget is facing a $1 billion shortfall despite a current surplus.
YEF Scholarship Deadline Extended to Jan. 6Give a state student a helping hand with college tuition.
Small-Business-Friendly Legislators Lose Both Houses of the LegislatureGovernor Dayton likely to push his tax plan, reports State Director Mike Hickey in his Election Day wrap-up story.
Small Business Rates Legislators for 2011-12 Legislative SessionsNews Release--More than half of Legislature showed strong support for Main Street enterprises.
Waite Park-Area Member Meeting, October 12Join special guest U.S. Rep. Michelle Bachmann for a congressional briefing and lunch. Reserve now. Cost: $12.
Princeton-Area Member Meeting, Sept. 25U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack and NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey will give federal and state updates on issues vital to small-business survival.
Primary Election Wrap-UpGood friend of small business easily prevails in challenge. Longest-serving House Republican defeated.
NFIB Endorses Chip Cravaack for U.S. Congress
Sen. Julianne Ortman Earns Guardian of Small Business Award TwiceNews Release--Unprecedented honor highlights superlative work during last session of the Legislature.
Orono Lawmaker Named Guardian of Small BusinessNews Release--Connie Doepke had 100-percent, pro small business voting record last legislative session.
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.
Child Care Union Vote StoppedAttorneys Doug Seaton, an NFIB member, and Silas Mayberry write about Gov. Mark Dayton's failure to turn sole proprietors into union members.
2011-2012 Legislative Wrap-UpIn the last report on the session, State Director Mike Hickey says NFIB scored some victories, but Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed most of the small-business agenda.
Second Veto of Tax Relief Bill Draw Small-Business IreNews Release--NFIB also takes governor to task for killing regulatory reform measure.
Small Business Awaits Another Veto From GovernorSales tax exemption legislation would be eighth major bill to receive chief executive’s ‘No’ reports State Director Mike Hickey in his latest legislative update.
Governor Urged to Sign Slimmed-Down Tax Bill (HF 247)News Release--Small business calls on chief executive not to pass up second chance.
Legislature Misses Target Adjournment DateNegotiations with Governor Dayton continue, reports NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the capitol.
Five High School Seniors Win YEF ScholarshipsNews Release--Students from Apple Valley, Fairbault, Hallock, Plymouth, Minnetonka named.
Conference Call With House Speaker, Friday, April 20Exclusive invitation to NFIB members to listen in on latest about elimination of statewide portion of commercial property tax and other issues.
Close of Legislative Session ApproachesCommercial property tax reduction bill advances, reports NFIB/Minnesota State Director Mike Hickey in his latest update from the capitol.
State Expected to Run a Budget SurplusIn his latest legislative update, State Director Mike Hickey reports on some news not heard in more than a decade.
New Criteria for Fining Small Businesses?NFIB-supported bill strengthening Equal Access to Justice Law advances in Minnesota Senate. Redistricting bombshell drops.
Governor Vetoes Lawsuit Abuse BillsLegislative leaders thinking of re-passing them later in session, while NFIB continues efforts to lobby his office.
Legislature Reconvenes Jan. 24Tort reform will be top priority for NFIB.
Court Halts Childcare Unionization VoteAt issue is whether or not the governor has the power to call a union election without legislative authority.
Governor Calls for Union Vote For Child-Care ProvidersNFIB questions relevancy for sole proprietors.
Rochester Member Meeting Nov. 29Legislative preview from Sen. Carla Nelson, Power Point presentation on Obamacare highlight the event.
Dec. 15 Deadline for Scholarship ApplicationTwo weeks left to apply now for a head start in college. NFIB/Minnesota members can help with a donation to the Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
Senator Julianne Ortman Earns Guardian of Small Business AwardHer leadership and effort on key issues were impressive.
Governor Backing Off on Unionized Childcare CentersLegality of issuing an executive order highly questionable.
Member Meetings in Fergus Falls, PrincetonJoin State Sen. Gretchen Hoffman on Sept. 21 or U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack on Sept. 26.
Sept. 1 Member Meeting With U.S. Rep. Erik PaulsenAlso find out the latest on NFIB’s big victory on the estate tax from State Director Mike Hickey.
Special Congressional Briefing in Duluth, Aug. 23NFIB members and guests are invited to hear from and talk to U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack over lunch.
Estate Tax Win Caps Legislative ActivityIn his final update from the State Capitol for 2011, State Director Mike Hickey celebrates big NFIB victory.

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