February 24, 2026
New NFIB Op-Ed in Washington Examiner
ICYMI: NFIB Principal of Federal Government Relations Louis Bertolotti published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner on the importance of right to repair legislation for small businesses.
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February 23, 2026
Small Businesses Ask Court to Rein in Debit Card Processing Fees
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Corner Post, Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System concerning debit card processing fees.
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February 20, 2026
NFIB Partners with GA Insurance Agents to Host Small Business Day
The annual event allows owners to engage with elected officials on critical issues.
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February 18, 2026
Credit Card Competition is Essential for Small Business
A recent opinion article covers swipe fees, the Credit Card Competition Act, and its importance to lower costs for small businesses.
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February 18, 2026
NEW NFIB REPORT: How Energy Costs Impact Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 18, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its new Small Business Energy Survey. The report is based on a nationwide survey of small business owners, providing insight into the types of energy used and how energy costs impact business operation
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February 18, 2026
Bankruptcy Clawbacks: How to Protect Your Business
What is Bankruptcy Clawback?
A bankruptcy clawback occurs when someone who files for bankruptcy tries to recover money they paid to a business in the months before filing. They can force businesses to return the funds, even for services or goods already provided. The Bankruptcy Code (Section 547)
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February 17, 2026
Small Business Optimism Remains Steadily Above Historical Average
The January Small Business Economic Trends report includes the new NFIB Small Business Employment Index. Learn more about the new data and 2026 outlook for small businesses.
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February 17, 2026
Small Business Deduction Champion Awards Announced
NFIB awarded pennants to Members of Congress who played a critical role in making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent, which prevented a massive tax hike.
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February 17, 2026
Webinar: Tips on Data Privacy, Advertising, and Online Reviews
NFIB’s monthly webinar provides tips to avoid customer complaints and best practices for data privacy, advertising, and online reviews.
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February 17, 2026
Small Business Rundown Explains Estate Tax Changes
NFIB member Greg Niewold joins the Small Business Rundown to explain how the estate tax affects his multi-generational family farm and how the tax changes for 2026 will benefit businesses like his.
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February 17, 2026
NFIB Leads Coalition Advocating for Regulatory Reform for Small Businesses
NFIB led over 70 trade associations urging Congress to limit regulatory burdens on small businesses.
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February 17, 2026
Small Businesses Respond to EPA’s Reconsideration of 2009 Emissions Rule
NFIB issued a statement following the U.S. EPA’s elimination of a 2009 ruling that restricted the production of gas-powered motor vehicles and limited consumer choice.
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February 17, 2026
New NFIB Op-Ed: Small Businesses Compete – Why Can’t Credit Card Companies?
Washington, D.C. (Feb. 17, 2026) – In a new op-ed in RealClearPolitics, Adam Temple, NFIB Senior Vice President for Advocacy writes about the crisis American small businesses are facing due to credit card swipe fees. Temple urges lawmakers to support Main Street by passing the bipartisan Credit Card
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February 17, 2026
NFIB Presents Small Business Deduction Champion Awards to Members of Congress
NFIB Presents Small Business Deduction Champion Awards to Members of Congress
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February 11, 2026
NFIB Leads Coalition Urging Congress to Reduce Regulatory Burdens for Small Business
NFIB advocates for legislation to fulfill the intent of the Regulatory Flexibility Act
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February 11, 2026
Small Businesses Fight California’s Ban on Gas-Powered Equipment
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Outdoor Power Equipment Institute v. EPA regarding a new California law which will ban the use of gas-powered equipment.
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February 10, 2026
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Remains Above 52-Year Average
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 10, 2026) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.2 points in January to 99.3 and remained above its 52-year average of 98. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, three increased and seven decreased. Expected real sales volume was the only component with substantial chan
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February 9, 2026
New NFIB Op-Ed in RealClearMarkets: Small Businesses Are Hurt the Most by Minimum Wages
New NFIB Op-Ed in RealClearMarkets: Small Businesses Are Hurt the Most by Minimum Wages
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February 5, 2026
NFIB Jobs Report: New Small Business Employment Index Shows Balanced Job Market
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 5, 2026) – NFIB’s January Jobs Report includes the launch of the new Small Business Employment Index, which measures the current state of the small business labor market. The new index integrates actual and planned changes in employment and employee compensation into a singula
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February 5, 2026
COLUMN: Why Georgia’s Tort Reforms Matter
Stopping lawsuit abuse helps control costs, protect small businesses.
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February 4, 2026
NFIB Files Briefs in Critical Small Business Cases
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center filed several amicus briefs involving shipping and transportation liability, arbitration agreements, and agency interpretation of statutes.
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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
NFIB Supports Legislation That Would Help GA Small Businesses Provide Health Benefits to Workers
HB 1110 would create a tax credit for small employers that help workers pay for health insurance.
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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 29, 2026
NFIB Delivers 2026 Georgia Member Ballot Results to Lawmakers
The survey addressed workplace rules, health insurance and Georgia’s regulatory process.
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January 28, 2026
NFIB Praises House for Taking Serious Look at Tax Relief
Our members want to ensure lawmakers don’t shift more taxes onto the backs of small businesses.
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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 28, 2026
Join Us for Small Business Day at the Capitol on Feb. 19
This is a great opportunity to speak out on the issues affecting your small business.
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