Top Three Member Inquiries for July and August 2024
NFIB’s Legal Center works to keep our members informed about the most pressing legal and regulatory issues affecting small businesses.
Inflation Continues to Plague Small Business Owners
#post_content The Optimism Index rose 2.2 points to 93.7, the highest since February 2022. Despite this, 25% of small business owners reported inflation as their top concern,
Tax Cuts, Paid Leave Key Issues in Summer 2024 State Legislative Update?
#post_content SGR’s Summer 2024 State Legislative update on elements that impact small business.
What to Expect when Your Employee is Expecting
When an employee requests maternity leave there are a number of questions employers face regarding legal protections and benefits for expecting mothers. This alert provides an overview of federal requirements and your legal responsibilities.
Illinois Department of Labor Withdraws its Proposed Day & Temporary Worker Rules
The Illinois Department of Labor withdrew its proposed rules for the Day & Temporary Labor Services Act.
Webinar Gives Latest Small Business Statistics and Trends
NFIB Research Center Director Holly Wade shared tips to protect your business from inflation and best practices for reducing labor costs and more in webinar.
Five Key Main Street Victories Highlight Supreme Court Term
The U.S. Supreme Court concluded its 2023-2024 term with NFIB filing amicus briefs in five cases, including a monumental repeal to ease regulatory burdens.
The NLRB Dismissed Joint Employer Rule Appeal
The NLRB admitted defeat in an appeal for its new joint employer rule. This is a significant victory for small business, especially for franchises.
Hourly Wages Show Growth in Wisconsin
Wisconsin ranked first in the nation for inflation adjusted hourly earnings growth during February, March, and May of this year.
98 Tennessee Legislators Achieve 100% NFIB Voting Records
NFIB State Director Jim Brown today said that 98 state legislators achieved a 100 percent NFIB Voting Record in the 2023-24 legislative session.