Bills in Congress Would Raise Federal Minimum Wage To $15 Per Hour
In a letter to the U.S. House and a letter to the U.S. Senate, NFIB urged Congress not to saddle small business owners with the Raise the Wage Act of 2021.
NFIB Washington Legislative Update | Week 3
CNBC: As support for $15 minimum wage gains momentum, Main Street fears it’s not the right time
In a CNBC story today, NFIB voices Main Street’s opposition to President Biden’s $15 federal minimum wage proposal in Congress. Small businesses know these policies will make it even harder for them to compete against big business.
NFIB Principles to Department of Labor: Urge Consideration for Small Businesses in New Regulations
NFIB Washington Legislative Update | Week 2
The Legislature’s experiment with remote testimony is angering members of the public not used to the rough and tumble of the committee hearing process. While legitimate technical issues continue to arise periodically, the unceremonious muting of individuals testifying on contentious issues may cause
State Funding Available to Help Small Businesses with Growth & Improvement Projects
This initiative connects small businesses with professional assistance to complete growth and improvement projects.
Kansas Small Business Job Growth Continues in December
Gains remain uneven as certain sectors of the economy are slowing due to state-mandated business closures and consumer resistance.
California Comment on Today’s National Jobs Report
The state director for California’s today predicted the continued historic high in job openings would stay that way until states allow small businesses to reopen.
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Rule to Simplify Independent Contractor Classification
One question long presenting difficulty for small businesses is whether someone qualifies as an employee or an independent contractor under the FLSA.
NFIB Statement on New DOL Independent Contractor Rule
NFIB has long advocated for a straightforward test for determining who is and is not an independent contractor.