March 3, 2026
2026 NFIB Unemployment Compensation Handbook Now Available
NFIB & Sedgwick recently published the 2026 handbook for small business owners
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March 2, 2026
The Fight to Protect Small Business from Unnecessary Lawsuits
NFIB sent two letters of support for legislation that provides protections for small businesses against frivolous and predatory lawsuits.
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March 2, 2026
Minimum Wage Hikes Impact Small Business Most
A new opinion article looks at how minimum wage increases affect small businesses and the economy as a whole.
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March 2, 2026
Small Business Demands the Right to Repair
A recent opinion article highlights how passing the REPAIR Act would give small businesses access to critical data and information needed to repair vehicles and parts, cutting costs and delays for consumers.
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March 2, 2026
NY State Director Ashley Ranslow Submits Testimony for Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Economic Development and Taxes
Reject new or increased taxes on small business
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February 26, 2026
Maryland Could Lose Up to 84k Jobs Due to Minimum Wage Proposal
NFIB’s new report highlights small business job loss if HB 1229/SB 886 is passed
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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 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
TAKE ACTION: Stop HB 1054 Before It Adds New Employer Mandates
HB 1054 would create a new state enforcement system beyond federal OSHA – adding cost, complexity, and legal risk for small business owners
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February 17, 2026
NFIB Celebrates the Passage of the Nebraska Minimum Wage Reform Bill
This reform bill will correct provisions from 2022’s Initiative 433 and help Nebraska small businesses
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February 17, 2026
Judicial Reform, Regulatory Limits Advance in Alabama Legislature
NFIB is tracking several bills that would affect Main Street businesses.
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February 17, 2026
New Hampshire Auto Inspections Suspended Indefinitely
Newest state guidance puts the inspection program back on ice
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February 13, 2026
Take Action Now on Minimum Wage Hikes & Excessive Government Spending
Pennsylvania small business owners are encouraged to take action
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February 13, 2026
Rhode Island Legislative Update
Some of the bills NFIB has provided testimony on over the past few weeks
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February 12, 2026
NFIB Celebrates Wisconsin Legislature’s Passage of the “Red Tape Reset” Package
Calls on Wisconsin Governor Evers to Sign Reform Measures into Law
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February 12, 2026
NFIB Wyoming Urges Lawmakers to Support “Right to Repair”
“Small business owners need the freedom to repair the equipment they rely on for their livelihoods.”
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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
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.
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February 10, 2026
NFIB, TN Chamber Lead Coalition Releasing Report on Business-Friendly Policies
Issues covered include workers’ comp, labor and unemployment.
NFIB and the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry are leading a coalition of business organizations in releasing a new report highlighting the policies that have helped make Tennessee one of the top state
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February 9, 2026
NFIB California Main Street Minute, February 9-13
Anti-PAGA-Reform Bill Dead! February 20 bill-introduction deadlines approaches.
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February 6, 2026
A California Fuel Standard is a Vermont Gas Tax
S.171 would impose more California regulations on Vermont drivers
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February 4, 2026
Legislation Would Impose New Paid-Leave Mandate on Illinois Small Businesses
SB 2967 would provide an additional 40 hours of paid leave to specified employees in Illinois
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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 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
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February 3, 2026
NFIB Comment Ahead of Governor Lamont’s State of the State Address
Connecticut’s small business owners need more than one-time rebates to thrive — they need long-term, structural tax reforms
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February 3, 2026
TAKE ACTION: How Would a 107% Minimum Wage Increase Over Five Years Impact Your Business?
Please take a few minutes to complete a brief survey on how State Question 832 will affect your business
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February 3, 2026
WATCH: What to Expect from the Colorado Legislature in 2026
Protecting the Labor Peace Act, Right to Repair, and working to eliminate credit card swipe fees on sales tax are among Colorado small business owners’ top priorities.
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