U.S. Rep. Mark Messmer Discusses Heat Standard Mandates on NFIB’s Podcast
Congressman Messmer joined NFIB’s Small Business Rundown podcast.
Small Businesses Oppose Overreaching Federal Heat Standard
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 8, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, opposes the implementation of a one-size-fits-all heat standard, as proposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 2024. The
MS Lawmakers Deliver Wins for Small Business, But More Work Remains
This year’s session ended on Sunday, April 5.
Vermont Fuel Inventory Lays Groundwork for Energy Taxes
H.740 could also require fuel suppliers to provide customer data to state.
NFIB California Main Street Minute, April 6-10
Legislature returns from Spring Break
NFIB Challenges Courts in Small Business Cases
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center is involved in several important small business cases, including debit card processing fees, bans on gas-powered equipment, lawsuit abuse, and more.
NFIB Urges Court to Uphold Free Speech for Small Business Owners
NFIB Urges Court to Uphold Free Speech for Small Business Owners
Michigan Legislative Update – Spring 2026 Edition
Learn more about the legislation NFIB is tracking.
Pennsylvania Legislative Update: House Passes Paid Leave & Minimum Wage Legislation
Tell the Pennsylvania Senate to stop these bad policies!
Colorado Legislature Considers Regulatory Relief
Colorado small business community applauds effort to improve how state agencies review regulations.