Jul 3, 2025
NFIB Thanks Congress for Passing Landmark Small Business Tax Relief Bill
NFIB applauds Congress for passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which includes a permanent extension of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.
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January 20, 2026
Connecticut Capitol Update
The state minimum wage rose to $16.94 per hour on Jan. 1, 2026
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December 11, 2025
Small Business Optimism Edges Up in Connecticut in November
“Difficulty finding qualified workers in Connecticut and nationwide continues to be a drag on the small business economy.”
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November 14, 2025
Small Business Optimism Nationwide and in Connecticut Takes a Small Step Back as Uncertainty Eases in October
Index declines slightly but remains just above 52-year average, Uncertainty Index fell 12 points
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October 15, 2025
What do MyCTSavings Program updates mean for Connecticut’s small businesses?
Eligible employers could be assessed annual financial penalties.
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August 13, 2025
NFIB Encourages Connecticut Residents to Shop Small During Tax-Free Week
Sales tax holiday to take place Sun., August 17 through Sat., August 23.
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August 1, 2025
NFIB Jobs Report: July Job Openings Hit Lowest Levels Since 2020
“Small business owners in Connecticut continue to struggle finding qualified workers to fill their open positions.”
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July 9, 2025
In Connecticut and Nationwide, Small Business Optimism Remains Steady in June
“Connecticut small business owners continue to create new positions, hire new workers, and invest in their employees.”
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July 3, 2025
NFIB Thanks Congress for Passing Landmark Small Business Tax Relief Bill
NFIB applauds Congress for passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which includes a permanent extension of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.
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June 30, 2025
Connecticut Capitol Update
The latest on the Legislature’s bill to extend UI benefits to striking workers.
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May 22, 2025
NFIB Launches New State-Specific Tools to Highlight Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Connecticut
“If Congress fails to act, millions of small businesses across the country, including right here in Connecticut, will face a massive tax hike.”
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April 28, 2025
Stop Unfair Credit Card Swipe Fees on Sales Tax in Connecticut.
Take Action on Small Business Issues in Connecticut.
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April 15, 2025
NFIB Releases Report Detailing Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction, Consequences of Potential Small Business Tax Hike in Connecticut
Connecticut is projected to gain 14,000 new jobs annually over the next 10 years if the federal deduction remains in place.
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March 25, 2025
NFIB report reveals a growing health insurance affordability crisis for CT small business owners
“If Connecticut legislators continue to make it more expensive and more frustrating for small businesses to provide health insurance to their employees, Main S…
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March 3, 2025
Connecticut Capitol Update
On February 26th, NFIB State Director Andy Markowski testified before the legislature in support of House Bill 5549, which would provide for a full restoration…
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February 13, 2025
Connecticut Capitol Update
“State government shouldn’t pick sides in labor disputes, and small business owners and other state taxpayers shouldn’t have to pay for employees who choose to…
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February 4, 2025
New England Energy Rates & Your Small Business
This exclusive event gave NFIB members the chance to ask questions and get answers about the future of our energy system.
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January 8, 2025
NFIB Looks to Gov. Lamont and New Legislature for Pro-Small Business Policies
October 15, 2024
NFIB State Director Andy Markowski participated in a legislative roundtable this week with state representatives and other members of the business community to focus on workforce development.
October 14, 2024
Connecticut Small Businesses Endorse George Logan for Election to Congress
Our members support candidates who support small business.
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August 21, 2024
NFIB Problems & Priorities Survey: Inflation, Taxes, and Uncertainty Dominate Concerns for Connecticut Small Businesses
August 20, 2024
Governor Lamont Declares State of Emergency in Response To Severe Flooding; Recovery Resources are Available
August 16, 2024
NFIB Releases New Ad Urging Congress to Stop Massive Tax Hike on Small Businesses in Connecticut
August 12, 2024
Connecticut Residents Encouraged to Shop Small During Tax-Free Week
“When you shop locally, more of your hard-earned dollars stay within the community.”
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May 31, 2024
Governor Lamont vetoed state payments for striking workers.
NFIB members told Gov. Lamont to veto striking workers legislation, and in June he did just that!
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April 26, 2024
Did You Miss NFIB’s Virtual Legislative Briefing on CT Labor Issues and Other Threats? Here Is the Recording.
April 24, 2024
NFIB Reacts to Connecticut House Vote to Expand Costly Employer Paid Leave Mandate on Small Businesses
February 22, 2024
NFIB Reacts to Legislative Hearing on Bills to Expand Employer Paid Leave Mandates on Small Businesses
February 7, 2024
NFIB Welcomes Gov. Lamont’s State of the State Address, Urges Legislative Focus on Fiscal Stability and Regulatory Predictability