Small Business Demands Legislation to Fight Growing Swipe Fees
A recent opinion article covers swipe fees, the Credit Card Competition Act, and its importance to lower costs for small businesses.
Vote Yes on Constitutional Amendment 4
It’s time to reduce or eliminate Louisiana’s onerous inventory tax.
Why Health Care Costs Have Skyrocketed and What Congress Can Do
An opinion article explores how federal mandates contribute to rising health care costs and solutions Congress can deploy to provide affordable health care to small businesses.
What They Are Saying: Small Business Owners Share How They’re Using 20% Small Business Deduction Savings
VIDEO: NFIB member Marcie Rodriguez explains how the permanence of the 20% Small Business Deduction has helped her invest back into her business and community.
NFIB Statement on the End of Maryland’s 2026 Legislative Session
Small businesses are concerned about tax increases next year.
There’s a Lot Riding On This Year’s Session of the General Assembly
Lawmakers will begin work at noon on April 21.
NEW: Small Business Optimism Fell in March Survey
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 14, 2026) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 3.0 points in March to 95.8, leaving it below its 52-year average of 98.0. The last time the Optimism Index fell below its historical average was April 2025. The Uncertainty Index rose 4 points from February to 92, well
Wisconsin Legislative Update
Wisconsin Governor Evers vetoes No Tax on Tips and a possible deal is brewing on state’s surplus
Minnesota Legislature Debates New Taxes
NFIB will continue to encourage the Minnesota Legislature to improve tax competitiveness and bolster economic growth
TAKE ACTION: Urge Your Lawmaker to Stand Against Lawsuit Abuse and Oppose HB 1210
HB 1210 is overly broad, increasing small business owners’ legal exposure.