July 15, 2026
State Policies Impacting Small Businesses
States considered small business measures during the 2026 legislative sessions, including taxes, minimum wage, extreme heat standards, IRC conformity, and tort reform.
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July 15, 2026
Small Business Works to Stop Unnecessary Heat Standard
Efforts to finalize the OSHA Heat Standard are ongoing, which would add burdensome mandates when temperatures reach 80 degrees. Take action to stop this from moving forward.
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July 15, 2026
Podcast: NFIB Fly-In Panel Explores Top Small Business Issues
Recorded during a panel at NFIB’s D.C. Fly-In, small business owners discuss top issues, including credit card swipe fees and Beneficial Ownership reporting.
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July 14, 2026
Small Business Case Outcomes in U.S. Supreme Court Term
The 2025-2026 Supreme Court term ended June 30, and NFIB participated in five cases. Learn more about the outcomes for small business.
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July 14, 2026
For 250 Years, Small Businesses Have Built America
An opinion article highlights the historic importance of independent businesses and how overreaching regulatory burdens threaten small business growth.
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July 1, 2026
NFIB Urges Congress to Stop Tax Hikes on Small Business During U.S. Senate Hearing
NFIB legal expert Beth Milito testifies about how reducing tax burdens can facilitate growth in the small business economy.
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June 29, 2026
Podcast Gives Tips for Creating a User-Friendly Website
The Small Business Rundown gives tips for online growth and how to avoid predatory lawsuits related to website accessibility.
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June 29, 2026
Best Hiring Practices for Small Business
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center’s blog covers potential changes to federal discrimination laws and best practices for hiring teenage workers.
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June 29, 2026
How Small Business Deduction Permanence Provides Certainty
NFIB member Michael Ervin joins NewsNation to discuss the state of the small business economy.
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June 29, 2026
Congress Must Stop Proposed OSHA Federal Heat Standard
An opinion article explores the challenges small businesses would face if the proposed OSHA Heat Standard is implemented and what Congress must do to stop it.
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June 25, 2026
Best Practices to Prepare for OSHA Inspections
NFIB’s monthly webinar features an OSHA expert exploring how small business owners can prepare for inspections to avoid costly penalties.
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June 17, 2026
Small Business Owners Bring Viewpoint to Capitol Hill
NFIB members traveled to Washington D.C. for NFIB’s Fly-In to attend meetings with members of Congress. Take action to amplify their voices!
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June 16, 2026
Congress Must Protect Small Business From Frivolous Lawsuits
An opinion article explains the challenges small businesses face with frivolous litigation and what Congress can do to stop lawsuit abuse.
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June 16, 2026
Small Businesses Oppose Legislation Allowing Government To Limit Right To Negotiate
The Faster Labor Contracts Act would force newly unionized small businesses into binding arbitration to determine wages and benefits. NFIB opposes this legislation and designated it a Key Vote for the 119th Congress.
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June 16, 2026
Small Businesses Report Lower Optimism in May
Small business optimism in the May Small Business Economic Trends report declined slightly, while the Employment Index remained steady. The Uncertainty Index increased three points, well above the historical average.
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June 16, 2026
NFIB Asks Congress to Reinsert Crucial REPAIR Act Provisions in Highway Bill
NFIB sends a letter urging Congress to reinsert REPAIR Act provisions into the Highway Bill and give small businesses access to vehicle repair options.
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June 4, 2026
Amplify the Voice of Small Business on Critical Issues
NFIB members will meet with Congress about key small business issues, including repealing the Beneficial Ownership Information mandate and reforming credit card swipe fees. Join in their efforts and take action!
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June 3, 2026
NFIB Weighs in on Legal Battles Impacting Small Businesses
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center is involved in several important small business cases, including lawsuits on greenhouse gas injury claims, debit card processing fee caps, and regulations on free speech.
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June 3, 2026
Podcast Provides Tips to Prepare for OSHA Inspections
Experts discuss tips to prepare for an OSHA inspection, OSHA rule changes, and how you can protect your small business from costly penalties.
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June 3, 2026
New Ads Urge Congress to Permanently Repeal Beneficial Ownership Mandate
New ads urge lawmakers to permanently repeal the unconstitutional Beneficial Ownership mandate that threatens the security and privacy of small business owners.
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May 29, 2026
New Swipe Fee Rule Will Increase Costs for Small Business
NFIB sent a letter to the Department of the Treasury opposing a new interim rule that will raise credit card swipe fees for small businesses.
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May 29, 2026
Congress Must Unleash Growth for Small Businesses in New Bill
A recent opinion article explores how Congress can bolster small business growth by passing a tax, regulatory, and healthcare reform bill.
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May 20, 2026
Small Business Optimism Below Average but Steady
Optimism stabilizes in April’s Small Business Economic Trends report while the Employment Index and small business uncertainty declines.
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May 20, 2026
NFIB on C-SPAN: How Small Businesses are Managing Economic Pressures
A discussion on C-SPAN featuring an NFIB expert covers the current state of the small business economy and the top issues that are impacting Main Street.
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May 19, 2026
Small Businesses Do Not Need a Mandate to Protect Their Workers
NFIB tells Congress why a newly proposed federal heat standard places unnecessary burden on small businesses.
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May 19, 2026
Podcast Explores Impact of Credit Card Swipe Fees
Experts discuss the impact of credit card swipe fees on businesses and consumers, along with legislation to introduce competition in the credit card marketplace to fight rising costs.
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May 15, 2026
Employment Law Changes Small Businesses Should Know
Legal expert Tony Dalimonte explores employment law changes and what small business owners can do to protect themselves from lawsuits.
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May 15, 2026
Webinar Provides Tips for Buying, Selling, and Expanding Your Business
NFIB’s monthly webinar features experts who cover top tips and key considerations when buying, selling, or expanding your small business.
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May 6, 2026
NFIB Celebrates the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Being Made Permanent, Supports Increasing it to 23%
Making the Small Business Tax Deduction permanent was a huge win for small businesses and provides tax certainty. Now, NFIB is pushing to expand the tax deduction to provide more tax relief to small businesses.
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May 6, 2026
Small Businesses Oppose New Pro-Union Workplace Poster Bill
Newly proposed legislation violates the First Amendment and forces small business owners to educate employees on the right to unionize.
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