VA Small Business Policy News & Information

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

Small Business Scored Big Victories in This Year's Legislative SessionHealth-care, tax reform and property rights were among the issues on NFIB/Virginia's legislative agenda this winter and spring.
Loudoun County Student Earns Scholarship for Starting a BusinessDane Mullins of Round Hill, a senior at Woodgrove High School, received the $1,000 NFIB/Virginia Leadership Council Young Entrepreneur Award. He owns Dane's Hometown Services.
Deadline for Virginia's '12 to Watch' Program is May 31NFIB/Virginia is a partner in the program, which offers special assistance and mentoring to deserving small businesses.
NFIB/Virginia to Co-Sponsor GOP Senate DebateState Director Nicole Riley will moderate the debate, which will be May 11 in Virginia Beach.
NFIB/Virginia Joins Coalition Concerned with Bad Labor RegulationsThe Alliance for Virginia Jobswill educate candidates and citizens about the facts surrounding workplace issues, including the formation of micro-unions, ability for unions to conduct "ambush elections' and issues related to employee privacy.
Budget Bill Includes Key Provisions for Small BusinessThe General Assembly passed a budget that includes all four of the provisions we fought for! Find out what it means for your small business.
Eminent Domain Amendment Tops List of Small-Business VictoriesOther wins include blocking attempts to reinstate the "death tax" and impose costly and anti-competitive project labor agreements on state construction projects.
NFIB/Virginia Thanks Officials for Creating a Pro-Business ClimateNFIB/Virginia State Director Nicole Riley spoke in response to a new study that shows Virginia outperforming other states on economic competitiveness and economic policy.
Riley: Washington can't force us to buy anythingNFIB/Virginia State Director Nicole Riley explains our opposition to the president's health-care law.
Virginia's Jobless Rate Falls Thanks to Business-Friendly ClimateNFIB/Virginia State Director Nicole Riley says policies encourage job creation.
Virginia's Jobless Rate Falls to Lowest Point in Three YearsGov. Bob McDonnell made the announcement during a news conference at an NFIB member business in Richmond.
General Assembly Passes Pro-Business Labor BillThe legislation would stop state government from imposing costly and anti-competitive project labor agreements on state construction projects.
NFIB, Other Groups Urge Virginia Senate to Pass a BudgetA coalition led by NFIB/Virginia, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce and the Northern Virginia Technology Council warns that Virginia's bond rating and its reputation are at risk.
Lawmakers Running Out of Time to Pass a BudgetSenate Democrats and Republicans have reached a stalemate. If they can't agree on a spending plan, government services and offices could be shut down.
Voters Say Regulatory Reform Would Help Virginia BusinessesSurvey confirms that the public overwhelmingly believes that the regulatory reforms small businesses are calling for are both reasonable and long overdue.
Could Your Business Survive a Disaster?The recent tornadoes that tore across parts of the Midwest and South highlight the need for small-business owners to plan ahead.
NFIB Joins McDonnell in Proclaiming 2012 the Year of the EntrepreneurNFIB/Virginia joined Gov. Bob McDonnell at a news conference announcing the event, which is aimed at promoting job creation throughout the commonwealth.
Labor Bill Would Help Small Businesses Compete for State ContractsThe Fair and Open Competition in Government Contracting Act ensures that all qualified contractors and their skilled workers, regardless of labor affiliation, can compete on a level playing field for Virginia construction projects
Health Exchanges Won't Come to Virginia SoonLawmakers aren't expected to vote on a proposed health-insurance exchange until the U.S. Supreme Court decides whether the federal health-care law requiring exchanges is constitutional.
Small Business Thanks Senate for Voting 'Yes' on Property RightsConstitutional amendment would tighten Virginia's eminent domain law to prevent government from seizing your property so someone else can develop it.
WATCH: Allen, Kaine Discuss Goals for Virginia's Small BusinessesU.S. Senate candidates and former governors George Allen and Tim Kaine were among the speakers at the 2012 Virginia Business Day at the Capitol, co-hosted by NFIB/Virginia.
Don't Let Lawmakers Reset the Clock on Property Rights!We're running out of time! Speak out TODAY and tell the Senate to vote 'yes' on the proposed state constitutional amendment that would stop government from taking your property and handing it over to developers!
Current, Past Governors Outline Their Visions for Virginia's Small BusinessesGov. Bob McDonnell and U.S. Senate candidates and former governors George Allen and Tim Kaine were among the speakers at this year's Business Day at the Capitol, held Jan. 31.
Join Us Feb. 1 for a Special Reception with Gov. Bob McDonnellNFIB/Virginia members are also invited to join State Director Nicole Riley for a private reception with freshmen legislators and leaders of the Virginia Senate and House.
NFIB/Virginia to Push for Regulatory Reform BillIf the bill becomes law, it would require state government to study the impact new rules and regulations would have on small businesses.
Property Rights on the Agenda When Lawmakers Return to Richmond Jan. 11Some cities and counties oppose a proposed state constitutional amendment because it would prevent local government from seizing your property so someone else could develop it.
Loudoun County Entrepreneur Named as NFIB's National ChairmanDavid Guernsey, owner and CEO of Guernsey Office Products of Dulles, will help advise NFIB on issues affecting the nation's small-business owners.
Learn the Basics of E-Verify and I-9 RequirementsWatch this replay of our recent webinar with attorney Christina Wallace to find out your obligations when it comes to verifying whether a job applicant can legally work in the United States.
Deadline to Apply for an NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship is Dec. 15Graduating high school seniors with their own businesses could earn a scholarship worth $1,000 to $10,000.
BLACK FRIDAY: Shop Small, Support the Local EconomyShop at small businesses the Saturday after Thanksgiving -- and throughout the holiday season!
LISTEN: Virginia AG Ken Cuccinelli Discuss Small-Business Issues in NFIB TeleconferenceCatch the replay of our exclusive one-hour session with the attorney general.
WATCH: 'You Can Change Government' on Election DayNov. 8 is your chance to elect legislators who will support Virginia's small businesses.
NFIB/Virginia Partners with Governor McDonnell on 'Job Creator Appreciation Month'Gov. Bob McDonnell's office will be calling attention to NFIB members and other small-business owners who have created jobs despite the difficult economy.
NFIB Well-Represented at Governor's Small Business SummitThe event, held Oct. 13 in Richmond, was intended to open a dialogue between elected officials and Virginia's job creators.
Virginia's Small Businesses to Obama: Keep the Money, Leave Us AloneThe president is trying to build support for his $400 billion jobs plan, but NFIB/Virginia State Director Nicole Riley says it would do little to encourage small businesses to start hiring.
WATCH: Virginia Small Businesses Push for Sensible RegulationsNFIB/Virginia held a news conference recently in Verona to cast a spotlight on federal regulations that make it harder for businesses to grow and create jobs.
NFIB/Virginia Endorses 41 Candidates for General AssemblyOur members support the candidates who support small business.
Commonwealth Small-Business Owners More Downbeat About the EconomyUntil sales improve, owners are reluctant to expand and create jobs.
Virginia's Small Businesses Unimpressed by President's Jobs SpeechSmall businesses wanted to hear the president was finally going to back off when it comes to overreaching regulations and simply let small business owners do their jobs, but what they heard was more of the same.
Governor Gives Businesses Hurt by Irene 1-Week Tax ExtensionThe extension will apply to taxpayers who can't file one time because their financial records or their tax preparer are in communities cleaning up from the massive hurricane.
Resources for Virginia Businesses Affected by Hurricane IreneHere's where to find the information you need to get your small business up and running again.
Navigating the Claims Process After Hurricane IreneHere's what you need to know when it comes time to filing a claim on your home or small business.
Governor's Small Business Summit Pushed to Oct. 13Gov. Bob McDonnell, NFIB/Virginia State Director Nicole Riley and other small-business leaders will take part in the event.
Labor Board's Latest Move to Help Unions Grow Hurts VA's Small BusinessesNicole Riley, Virginia state director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says the Obama administration's latest attempt to prop up struggling labor unions is "a cynical move that puts politics above the best interests of Virginia's small businesses and the people who work for them."
Washington Wants to Fine You Because You're Not PsychicOSHA is working on a new regulation requiring employers to have an Injury and Illness Prevention Program that would have to include every conceivable accident that could happen at your workplace. If there’s an accident you didn't plan for, you’d have to pay a hefty fine.
Do You Understand How E-Verify Works?You need to learn. Virginia state law says businesses that contract with the commonwealth must begin using E-Verify in December 2013 to check an applicant's legal status.
How Do Government Regulations Hurt Virginia's Small Businesses?NFIB has launched a campaign to ease the bureaucratic burden on America's job creators. Tell us your stories!
Do Your Legislators Support Virginia's Small Businesses?Check the latest NFIB/Virginia voting record to find out how each member of the state Legislature voted on key small-business bills (PDF document).
NFIB Launches Campaign to Highlight Regulatory Burden on Virginia Small BusinessesThe multi-year effort aims to give voice to small businesses, which create two-thirds of the net new jobs in the U.S. each year.
Virginia Working to Meet Deadline for Creating Health Benefits ExchangeHealth benefits exchanges are mandated under the federal health-care act signed into law a year ago.

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