Unions, Environmentalists Push Gas-Connection Ban for New Construction in Illinois
A group composed of unions and environmental activists in Illinois submitted a proposal to the ICC to limit consumer energy options
NFIB Minnesota Urges Federal Mining Ban To Be Overturned
NFIB sent a letter to Minnesota Representative Pete Stauber in support of H.J. Res. 140
Healey Delays Costly Clean Heat Standard
Independent analysis of the MA clean heat standard claims it could cost households upwards of $450 per year
Push to Lower Energy Costs for Small Business Continues
The SPEED Act, a bill that expedites permitting processes, limits frivolous lawsuits, and lowers energy costs has passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. NFIB sent a letter of support for the SPEED Act to members of Congress.
NFIB to Congress: Advance Small Business Priorities in 2026
NFIB outlines legislative priorities for the remainder of the 119th Congress
Free Energy Efficiency Assistance Returns for Iowa Small Businesses
IWRC announces a valuable, no-cost resource to help Iowa small businesses cut energy costs and improve sustainability
VT Consumers Squeezed by California Cars Mandate
Ford restricts sales of new models in Vermont, other states with California Cars Mandate.
Small Businesses Support Legislation to Implement Bipartisan Permitting Reform
The SPEED Act would enact reforms to reduce energy costs for small businesses
Congress Advances Pro-Small Business Energy Bills
Two energy bills that will help bolster domestic energy production have advanced in Congress. Learn more about the impact on small business and take action.
Maine Capitol Update
Labor Costs: Minimum wage hourly rates increase on January 1st