January 7, 2026
Small Business Federal Legislative Priorities for 2026
A new list of top priorities for small businesses includes lowering operating costs, securing affordable health care, and protecting the personally identifiable information of small business owners. Take action on the issues impacting your business today!
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January 7, 2026
Podcast Gives Marketing Tips for Small Businesses
The Small Business Rundown podcast provides critical tips for growing your online presence and covers top tools to engage your audience.
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January 7, 2026
U.S. House Passes Health Care Affordability Legislation
A bill to lower health care premiums passed the U.S. House. This is an NFIB Key Vote to give small businesses more access to affordable health care options.
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January 7, 2026
Small Businesses Support Bill to Clarify Waters of the United States
NFIB key votes the PERMIT Act in the 119th Congress to provide small business owners with clarity surrounding regulations in the Clean Water Act. Take action: urge the Senate to act now!
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January 6, 2026
Push to Lower Energy Costs for Small Business Continues
The SPEED Act, a bill that expedites permitting processes, limits frivolous lawsuits, and lowers energy costs has passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. NFIB sent a letter of support for the SPEED Act to members of Congress.
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January 5, 2026
Podcast Highlights New Tax Deductions on Tips and Overtime Pay
The Small Business Rundown podcast explores new tax deductions in recent legislation that affects small business. Experts provide tips for how employers can help staff save come tax season.
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December 22, 2025
Webinar Provides Major Legal and Tax Updates for 2026
NFIB’s December webinar provides an update on the major legal and tax changes in 2026, including the Small Business Deduction, No Tax on Tips, Beneficial Ownership updates, and more.
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December 16, 2025
U.S. Senate Testimony on Health Care Affordability
Small business owner and NFIB member Marcie Strouse testified before the U.S. Senate about affordable health care options for small businesses. Join Marcie and take action to amplify her voice.
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December 16, 2025
Congress Advances Pro-Small Business Energy Bills
Two energy bills that will help bolster domestic energy production have advanced in Congress. Learn more about the impact on small business and take action.
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December 16, 2025
Updates from the NFIB Small Business Legal Center
Learn more about recent legal advocacy and resources available from the NFIB Small Business Legal Center.
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December 16, 2025
Beneficial Ownership Reporting Battle Goes to New York
The Small Business Rundown podcast explores the latest developments with a bill in New York to require Beneficial Ownership reporting and the impact it could have nationwide.
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December 16, 2025
Small Businesses Oppose Burdensome Heat Regulation
Urge Congress to support the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025 to stop one-size-fits-all regulations on business operations when temperatures reach 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
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December 1, 2025
Vote Your 2026 NFIB State Member Ballot
NFIB uses votes from small business owners on member ballots to guide state policy positions for the upcoming year and amplify the voice of small business.
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December 1, 2025
Small Businesses Demand Options for Affordable Energy
The cost of energy has been a rising concern for years for small businesses across the country. Access to affordable energy options is critical for the success of American small businesses. NFIB continues to fight for reliable and affordable energy options.
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December 1, 2025
Small Business Calls on Congress for Affordable Health Care Options
NFIB submits testimony for the record to the U.S. Senate outlining action Congress can take to make health coverage more affordable.
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November 24, 2025
Small Businesses Need Credit Card Network Competition
A recent VISA and Mastercard anti-trust settlement pays out businesses but fails to provide meaningful relief for Main Street. NFIB urges Congress to pass the Credit Card Competition Act to allow competition and limit growing swipe fees.
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November 24, 2025
Proposed WOTUS Rule Provides Clarity for Small Businesses
The newly proposed Waters of the United States rule adheres to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. EPA to provide clarity for small business and property owners on which waters are protected under the Clean Water Act.
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November 17, 2025
Small Business Urges Congress to Repeal BOI Reporting Requirements
Beneficial ownership must be fully repealed, and all previously submitted data must be destroyed. If not, 32 million small businesses could once again face severe penalties, and those that did provide information to FinCEN’s database continue to face a security risk.
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November 17, 2025
Small Business by the Numbers Podcast Launch Highlights the Small Business Economy
The new NFIB Research Center podcast, Small Business by the Numbers, launches its first episodes. Co-hosts Holly Wade and Peter Hansen cover notable takeaways from the Small Business Economic Trends report data.
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November 17, 2025
NFIB Small Business Legal Center Celebrates 25 Years Fighting for Small Business
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center celebrates 25 years of fighting for small business in the courts. Learn more about the historic cases the Legal Center was involved in to protect the rights of small business.
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November 14, 2025
Webinar Offers Guidance on No Tax On Tips and Overtime
NFIB’s monthly webinar provides updates on new IRS rules that will impact small business owners. Hear from experts about what this means regarding deductions.
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November 14, 2025
Get Tips for Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Talent on the Small Business Rundown
The Small Business Rundown podcast explores tips and strategies to improve employee retention and overcome hiring challenges in a tight labor market.
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November 4, 2025
Small Business Fights Back on Inventory Tax
The Small Business Rundown covers how annual inventory taxes affect the growth of small businesses. Prop 9 passed in the election, providing significant tax relief for Texas small businesses by increasing inventory tax exemptions.
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November 3, 2025
Opinion Articles Cover Small Business Deduction Tax Relief
NFIB members and State Directors write about the recent win for Main Street when the Small Business Tax Deduction was made permanent to help fuel the small business economy.
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November 3, 2025
Small Business Supports Easing Labor Mandates
Policy proposals are being considered by the U.S. Senate that could devastate the small business economy. NFIB sent a second letter highlighting harmful bills and what Congress can do to protect small businesses.
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November 3, 2025
Beneficial Ownership Update from NFIB President Brad Close
The fight continues to repeal Beneficial Ownership reporting. On the David Webb Show, NFIB President Brad Close discusses the latest updates and how Congress can protect small businesses.
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October 20, 2025
Small Business Hiring Challenges and Labor Market Update
Hear about the state of the small business job market and what it means for the economy from an NFIB expert.
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October 20, 2025
Labor Issues, Unemployment Insurance Impacts Small Business
Small businesses support the SHIELD Act to stop striking workers from receiving unemployment benefits. An opinion piece for The Center Square explains how Congress can act now to protect small businesses.
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October 20, 2025
Congress Must Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting
While American small businesses are temporarily exempt from Beneficial Ownership Information reporting, this invasive law has yet to be repealed. NFIB President Brad Close urges Congress to act now in a recent opinion piece.
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October 20, 2025
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.
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