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Jan 6, 2026
NFIB to Congress: Advance Small Business Priorities in 2026
NFIB outlines legislative priorities for the remainder of the 119th Congress
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March 5, 2026
NFIB Jobs Report: Employment Index Ticks Up
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5, 2026) – NFIB’s February Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index ticked up nearly 1 point to 103.5, showing further tightness after January consolidated the gains measured in December. This current reading is 2.3 points above the 2025 average of 101.2, an
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March 5, 2026
NFIB Thanks Senator Steve Daines for His Leadership, Making Small Business Deduction Permanent
NFIB Thanks Senator Steve Daines for His Leadership, Making Small Business Deduction Permanent
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March 5, 2026
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election
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February 25, 2026
New NFIB Survey Shows Rise in Industry-Specific Small Business Optimism
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 25, 2026) – The NFIB Research Center released an industry-specific quarterly Small Business Economic Trends survey highlighting the construction, manufacturing, retail, and services industries. According to the report, the Optimism Index increased from the previous quarter for
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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
NFIB Statement on NYSERDA’s Memo Regarding “Likely Cost of CLCPA Compliance”
NFIB called for a cost analysis of The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
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February 13, 2026
Mark Your Calendars! Tuesday, March 17 is Small Business Day in Albany!
New York legislators need to understand the impact taxes, regulations, and mandates have on small businesses
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February 12, 2026
Lawmakers Must Approve Governor Hochul’s Vehicle Insurance Agenda!
New York’s high insurance premiums are a direct result of outdated and inconsistent laws
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March 3, 2026
NFIB Small Business Legal Center News and Updates
Learn about key Supreme Court case decisions coming soon and updates for 2026 in the Small Business Legal Center’s newsletter, The Brief.
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March 3, 2026
Data Shows Impact of Energy Costs on Small Business
NFIB’s recent survey shows how rising energy costs are affecting small businesses’ ability to hire, retain talent, and grow.
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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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February 27, 2026
Wage Garnishments: How Small Business Owners Can Ensure Compliance and Avoid Costly Penalties
Wage garnishments may cause confusion for small business owners about their legal responsibilities. Understanding what wage garnishment is, why it happens, and how to respond can help protect your business and ensure legal compliance.
What is a Wage Garnishment?
A wage garnishment is a legal p
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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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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 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
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Election News
March 5, 2026
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election
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March 4, 2026
NFIB Texas PAC-Endorsed Candidates Succeed in Primary Election
Of the 97 pro-small business legislative candidates endorsed by NFIB Texas PAC, 95 won their respective primary races
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February 10, 2026
NFIB MI PAC Endorses Jason Tunney to fill the 35th State Senate Seat in May’s Special Election
NFIB Michigan PAC announces the endorsement
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February 4, 2026
Texas Small Businesses Endorse Rep. Crenshaw for Re-Election to Congress
AUSTIN, Texas (Feb. 4, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, endorsed Rep. Dan Crenshaw for re-election to the United States House of Representatives to represent Texas’ 2nd Congressional District.
“Rep. Crenshaw
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