2025 Session Report on the California Legislature
A few pro-small-business bills squeezed through many bad ones
NFIB Launches Ad Campaign Urging Governor Hochul to Veto a New Invasive Paperwork Nightmare
Small business fights to stop New York State’s “Beneficial Ownership” information reporting rule
Small Business Hiring Challenges and Labor Market Update
Hear about the state of the small business job market and what it means for the economy from an NFIB expert.
Labor Issues, Unemployment Insurance Impacts Small Business
Small businesses support the SHIELD Act to stop striking workers from receiving unemployment benefits. An opinion piece for The Center Square explains how Congress can act now to protect small businesses.
Congress Must Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting
While American small businesses are temporarily exempt from Beneficial Ownership Information reporting, this invasive law has yet to be repealed. NFIB President Brad Close urges Congress to act now in a recent opinion piece.
Small Business Optimism Declines in September
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell two points to 98.8, slightly above average, with inflation and increased concerns about the growth outlook as major causes.
First Week of the Illinois Fall Veto Session Ends Without Much Action
The first week of the Illinois veto session primarily consisted of closed-door meetings
NFIB on This Week in Texas: Vote ‘YES’ on Prop 9 to Help Main Street Thrive
Early voting begins this week – make your plan to vote ‘YES’ on Prop 9 to provide immediate, meaningful inventory tax relief to small business owners
ICYMI: NFIB Talks Minnesota Paid Family Medical Leave
NFIB recently held a webinar to go over what business owners need to know about Paid Family Medical Leave in Minnesota
Small Business Fights Against Big Union-Backed Threats
There is bipartisan support for many harmful labor bills being considered by the U.S. Senate. NFIB sent a letter outlining policy proposals that would have devastating effects on the labor market for small businesses if passed.