NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Recedes in February
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.1 points in February to 100.7. The Uncertainty Index rose four points to 104.
NFIB Congratulates Lori Chavez-DeRemer on Confirmation as Secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor
NFIB issued the following statement on today’s confirmation of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as the next Secretary of Labor.
NFIB Jobs Report: Small Business Job Creation Weakens in February
“Our small business members are concerned about the proposals being considered in Albany that will ultimately exacerbate their hiring difficulties. This report underscores the need for lawmakers to take action to improve New York’s affordability and competitiveness, not worsen it.”
Small Businesses Oppose Big Labor’s PRO Act
NFIB sent letters to leaders of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
U.S. House Committee Hears Testimony on Strengthening Small Business Workforce
The VP and Executive Director of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce on pro-small business policies to reinvest in the workforce.
Main Street New Mexicans Participate in Small Business Day in Santa Fe
Small business owners gathered in Santa Fe to discuss challenges, opportunities, and policy proposals.
Take Action: Eliminate Harmful Provisions in Prop A
The Missouri Legislature is considering HB 567 to eliminate several harmful provisions in Prop A.
Vermont Capitol Update
The pace of action in Montpelier started to pick up in February, with lawmakers introducing hundreds of new bills and committees starting discussions on some of the major issues facing the state. Governor Phil Scott also continued his push to roll back expensive energy mandates, reform school funding, and (hopefully) rein in property tax increases.
New Hampshire Capitol Update
At the beginning of March, the New Hampshire General Court returned from a weeklong break – set to coincide with Winter Recess in most school districts – and will be busy at work ahead of key deadlines.
Maine Capitol Update
The pace of printing legislation, holding hearings, and scheduling committee work sessions is picking up. Nearly half of the more than 2,000 bills expected this session have been printed.