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.
Rhode Island Capitol Update
This week, NFIB provided opposition testimony to two pieces of legislation that will impact small businesses on healthcare and energy.
NFIB Members: Watch Our Virtual Meeting with Gov. Kemp
Log in to watch our conversation with the government about issues affecting Georgia’s small businesses.
Main Street Kansans Urge Lawmakers to Eliminate Credit Card Swipe Fees on Taxes and Tips
“HB 2089 would relieve small businesses, their employees, and their consumers from overpaying credit card swipe fees.”
NFIB’s Jeff Burdett Testifies Before Ways & Means Committee in Support of Cutting the Inventory Tax
NFIB State Director describes cost and administrative burden of the inventory tax on small business owners.
Last Call: Register for Florida’s Small Business Day at the Capitol
NFIB’s Small Business Day is March 13, 2025
NFIB Statement on Trump Administration Protecting Small Businesses by Ending Enforcement, Penalties Associated with Beneficial Ownership Reporting
The Trump Administration’s suspension of enforcement against small businesses who do not comply with the Beneficial Ownership Information reporting rule.
Beacon Hill Updates
Energy Bills Continue to Rise.
Minnesota Paid Leave Program Announces 2026 Tax Rate
The Minnesota Paid Leave Program has announced the payroll tax rate to fund the Paid Family & Medical Leave program