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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.

February 10, 2026

Amicus Brief Challenges Unfair Licensing Requirements for Arizona Small Business

NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Greg Mills and Southwest Engineering Concepts, LLC v. State of Arizona at the Arizona Supreme Court.

February 9, 2026

NFIB Warns Illinois Small Businesses About the Monetization of Law Enforcement

NFIB joins Illinois Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse in op-ed published in Crain’s Chicago Business

February 5, 2026

Missouri Small Business Owners Praise House of Representatives for Efforts to Curb Lawsuit Abuse

Missouri House advances HB 1649 to safeguard small businesses from lawsuit abuse.

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.

February 4, 2026

Small Business Owners to Missouri General Assembly: Curb Lawsuit Abuse Now

Annual small business survey finds the majority of Main Street members oppose the regulation of websites

February 3, 2026

NFIB Utah Announces Legislative Agenda for Session

Six initial initiatives get small businesses’ backing or opposition

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.

January 28, 2026

NFIB: Governor’s State of the State Highlights Pro-Small Business Priorities

Topics included tax relief, infrastructure, workforce development and judicial reform.

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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

January 27, 2026

Small Businesses Commend House Judiciary Committee for Advancing Legal Reform Bill

NFIB testified in support of HB 1417

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.

January 26, 2026

California Small Businesses Challenge Law Restricting Employer Free Speech

NFIB filed an amicus brief arguing the law is unconstitutional

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.

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

January 20, 2026

LISTEN: NFIB’s Brad Jones Talks Small Business Numbers and Priorities on Wake Up Missouri

NFIB State Director Brad Jones appears on Wake Up Missouri, previews 2026 legislative session.

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January 20, 2026

NFIB Reaction to New York State Executive Budget Address

NFIB supports Governor Hochul’s initiatives to cut bureaucratic red tape, reform unnecessary and outdated regulations, and lower auto insurance premiums, while also rejecting tax increases

January 15, 2026

New Mexico Small Business Owners Call for Greater Transparency in Legal Advertising, Legislative, and Rulemaking Processes

Ahead of the 2026 Legislative Session, annual small business survey includes results for legal, health insurance, and state agency rulemaking issues

Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich poses with an NFIB “Champion of Small Business

January 14, 2026

NFIB Statement on the Passing of Former Attorney General Mark Brnovich

NFIB recognized Brnovich as a “Champion of Small Business.”

January 9, 2026

Kansas Small Business Owners Outline Top Priorities Ahead of 2026 Legislative Session

NFIB Kansas will work with lawmakers to promote a fair, more predictable business environment.

January 8, 2026

NFIB Urges California Supreme Court to Define and Limit PAGA Actions

Small Business Group Files Brief for Defendant in PAGA-related Case

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