New York Small Business News

New York State Legislature Enters Final Three Weeks of Legislative Session >>

Albany lawmakers typically pass hundreds of bills in the final weeks of the session. NFIB is actively monitoring and engaging on the issues that will impact small businesses. New York State Legislature Enters Final Three Weeks of Legislative Session

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Tell Albany to Vote No on Bill forcing Small Retailers to Hire Private Security Guards >>

The "Retail Worker Safety Act" does not propose statewide safeguards against bad actors, but instead places responsibility for crime prevention on businesses themselves. If passed, this legislation will require safety measures like employee training, panic buttons, and more. Tell Albany to Vote No on Bill forcing Small Retailers to Hire Private Security Guards

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New York State Lawmakers Pass Final Budget >>

The New York State Budget finally passed three weeks late, and ultimately will spend $237 billion in Fiscal Year 2025, a $10 billion increase over Fiscal Year 2024. The largest drivers of state spending continue to be education and healthcare. New York State Lawmakers Pass Final Budget

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NFIB's Reaction to Passage of the FY 2025 New York State Budget >>

Small businesses applaud Governor Kathy Hochul for holding the line on tax increases. NFIB's Reaction to Passage of the FY 2025 New York State Budget