February 2, 2026
Small Business Calls on Congress for Joint Employer Protections
NFIB sends a letter to the U.S. House Small Business Committee highlighting harmful legislation to small business and what Congress can do to protect franchise small business owners from overregulation.
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February 2, 2026
Small Businesses Urge Treasury to Destroy Beneficial Ownership Data
NFIB joined more than 100 trade associations to urge Treasury to destroy the unconstitutionally collected data from small businesses through beneficial ownership reporting requirements.
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February 2, 2026
Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Meets with NFIB Leadership Council to Discuss Small Business Priorities
Ramaswamy spoke at NFIB’s recent meeting
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February 2, 2026
Watch Now: NFIB’s Jared Weiser Interviewed on NBC Local News
NFIB was the only business group to speak out against burdensome legislation
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January 30, 2026
Federal Update on Small Business Priorities
An episode of the Small Business Rundown podcast covers the successes from 2025 and the status of several important federal bills that could have an impact on small business this year.
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January 30, 2026
Tips on the Basics of Federal Employment Law
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center compiled a list of several key employment laws with up-to-date information. Access critical resources to stay current on laws affecting your small business.
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January 28, 2026
Form I-9 Compliance and ICE Audits
Federal law mandates that U.S. employers verify their employees’ authorization to work in the United States by completing Form I-9. Due to increased immigration enforcement, workplace Form I-9 audits have increased. This article explores employers’ requirements, common mistakes during the process, a
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January 27, 2026
Small Businesses Challenge Oregon’s Regulatory Burdens on Out-of-State Producers
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors v. Feldon at the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon.
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January 23, 2026
NFIB Urges U.S. Court of Appeals to Abide by Loper Standard in Reviewing Agency Actions
NFIB filed an amicus brief in Relentless v. U.S. Dept. Commerce concerning the obligation of courts to review agency statutes after the SCOTUS Loper decision.
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January 22, 2026
Is Your Small Business Ready For This Weekend’s Winter Storm?
Forecasters are warning of snow and ice in a band stretching across 33 states.
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January 22, 2026
Small Businesses Seek to Protect Shipping Industry at Supreme Court
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Montgomery v. Caribe Transport at the U.S. Supreme Court concerning the shipping industry and freight broker liability
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January 21, 2026
Vote NFIB’s 2026 Ohio State Ballot Now!
Don’t miss your chance to vote on issues impacting your small business
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January 20, 2026
Progress Continues to Lower Credit Card Swipe Fees
Congress reintroduced the Credit Card Competition Act to lower swipe fees. Take action to urge competition between credit card processing companies and provide choice for small businesses.
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January 20, 2026
Small Business Optimism Continues to Rise in December
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index continues to rise, increasing 0.5 points in December to 99.5, above the historical average. Taxes are now the top problem for Main Street.
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January 20, 2026
Small Business Calls on U.S. House to Advance REPAIR Act
NFIB urges Congress to allow small businesses access to vehicle information to keep repairs more affordable.
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January 20, 2026
NFIB Joins Coalition Urging Treasury to Issue Final BOI Rule, Destroy Previously Collected Data
More than 32 million small businesses deserve permanent relief from BOI requirements
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January 19, 2026
NFIB California Main Street Minute, January 20-23
Welcome to the January 20-23 edition of the Main Street Minute from your small-business-advocacy team in Sacramento. We took yesterday, January 19, off in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
Buddy, Can You Spare a Dime?
It ran to 16 pages, but you didn’t have to re
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January 16, 2026
Webinar: Tips to Protect Your Business From Lawsuits
NFIB’s recent webinar provides tips on protecting your small business from employee lawsuits and preventative steps you can take to limit risk factors.
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January 16, 2026
NFIB Member Ballots Available to Vote Now
All state ballots are available now for NFIB members to vote on policy positions for 2026. Cast your vote to protect the rights of small business.
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January 16, 2026
AUDIO: NFIB President Brad Close on How Congress Can Support Small Business
ICYMI: NFIB President Brad Close joined the Small Business Rundown podcast to share how Congress can take action to support small businesses in 2026.
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January 15, 2026
VIDEO: Sen. Dick Durbin Discusses Impact of High Swipe Fees on Small Businesses
Credit Card Competition Act, re-introduced this week, would give small businesses options when choosing credit card processing network
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January 15, 2026
VIDEO: NFIB’s Holly Wade Analyzes End-of-Year SBET Survey on Bloomberg: The Close
Executive Director Holly Wade joined Romaine Bostick and David Gura on Bloomberg: The Close to discuss the most recent Small Business Optimism Index.
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January 13, 2026
Small Businesses Urge Congress to Pass the Credit Card Competition Act
Small businesses deserve the right to pick their credit card processing network
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January 13, 2026
NFIB Urges U.S. House Committee to Advance Bipartisan REPAIR Act
The REPAIR Act would eliminate barriers for independent auto body shops
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January 13, 2026
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Continues to Rise
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 0.5 points in December to 99.5 and remained above its 52-year average of 98.
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January 8, 2026
NFIB Jobs Report: Owners Report Mixed Employment Conditions
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 8, 2026) – NFIB’s December jobs report found that 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in December, unchanged from November. Unfilled job openings remain above the historical average of 24%. Twenty-eight percent have open
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January 7, 2026
Ohio 2026 Gubernatorial Races Take Shape
Both leading gubernatorial candidates selected running mates
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January 7, 2026
Federal Employment Law Basics for Small Businesses
Navigating federal employment laws can be complex, but understanding the key regulations and requirements is essential for your small business to avoid complaints, fines, lawsuits, and other headaches. Below, we provide an overview of some major federal employment laws along with practical guidance
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January 7, 2026
Small Business Federal Legislative Priorities for 2026
A new list of top priorities for small businesses includes lowering operating costs, securing affordable health care, and protecting the personally identifiable information of small business owners. Take action on the issues impacting your business today!
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