New Update on Massachusetts COVID-19 Restrictions
Governor Baker announced today, Thursday, January 21, that he is extending the sector-specific reduced capacity limits of 25% for an additional two-weeks. The extension will now continue until February 8th. On a more positive note, the 9:30 stay-at-home order issued by Governor Baker last November i
NFIB In Your State: A Members-Only Ballot On Small Business Issues
As a small business owner, NFIB depends on you to vote for your positions on the laws, rules, and proposals that will impact small businesses in your state.
Minnesota Small Business Ballot Results Show Strong Support for Liability Reform
COVID-19 Recovery Laws Explained and What PPP Reopening Means for One Small Business
The federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has reopened, allowing struggling small business owners to access much-needed federal loans once again.
Final Pinnacol/NFIB Workers’ Compensation Webinar, January 26
Bill Would Deny State Tax Deductions for PPP loan Expenses
A Virginia House Committee has just voted in favor of a bill that would not allow businesses that took Paycheck Protection Program loans to write off loan-related expenses. That is not what the federal government chose to do recently when Congress voted to allow those deductions on federal income ta
Virginia Passes Permanent Standard on COVID-19 Workplace Safety Regulations
The Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board enacted a Permanent Standard on COVID-19 in workplaces in a 9-4 vote on January 13, 2021.When the Emergency Temporary Standard was passed in July, Virginia became the first state in the nation to promulgate an Emergency Temporary Standard to address C
NFIB Priorities Take Center Stage as Maryland’s 2021 Session Begins
The Maryland General Assembly convened for its 442nd session last Wednesday and by the conclusion of its first week back, several NFIB priorities were at the forefront.Senate Bill 210, introduced by state Senator Chris West (R – Baltimore County), provides liability protection for small businesses f
Seven State Government Policy Priorities and Trends Across the Country
With the new year underway, NFIB is focused on policy progress at the state and federal levels of government. NFIB is actively working on dozens of issues, and here’s a look at 7 of our priorities trending in state capitols across the nation.