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.
Proposed Energy-Related Regulation for Maryland Small Businesses
Rule would require new data reporting
New NFIB Virginia PAC Radio Ad Urges Voters to Support Small Businesses
‘We need leaders who understand the importance of small businesses.’
NFIB Releases New Ads in Texas Urging Voters to Support Prop 9 on the November Ballot
Statewide Radio, Digital Ads Urge Voters to Vote ‘YES’ on Prop 9 to Help Texas Main Streets Thrive
NFIB California Main Street Minute, October 20-24
Sorting out post-2025-sesssion legislation
Maine Capitol Update: Taxes
Federal Tax Conformity Debate and the Property Tax Relief Task Force