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Recent News About National Federation of Independent Business
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In May 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced it would stop enforcing the 2024 independent contractor rule, which had been issued under the Biden Administration.
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Small business owners are showing increased optimism about future business conditions, according to findings shared by Holly Wade, Executive Director of the NFIB Research Center.
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The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 1.7 points in July, reaching 100.3 and moving slightly above its 52-year average of 98.
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A federal district court in North Dakota has vacated the Federal Reserve’s Regulation II, a rule that sets standards for debit card swipe fees.
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Dylan Rosnick, Principal of Federal Government Relations at the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), has addressed concerns about labor threats facing small businesses in a recent op-ed published by The Washington Reporter.
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Under the Immigration Nationality Act, the federal government oversees work visa programs to assist employers with temporary and permanent workforce needs.
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In July, 33% of small business owners reported having job openings they could not fill, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
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NFIB President Brad Close recently appeared on SiriusXM's The David Webb Show to discuss the impact of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements on small businesses.
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NFIB President Brad Close appeared on SiriusXM’s The David Webb Show to address concerns about Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements, which he described as unconstitutional and invasive for small businesses.
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If you own and operate a business in the agricultural sector, it is important to stay informed about federal laws and regulations related to agricultural employment.
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NFIB leaders Brad Close and Jeff Brabant discussed recent legislative victories for small businesses in a podcast episode of "Small Business Rundown."
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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its "Small Business Growth Agenda for the 119th Congress," highlighting key legislative priorities based on input from its members.
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NFIB has submitted an amicus brief in the case of Jose Madrigal v. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC, et al., currently before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced that it will consider H.R. 3898, known as the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act, as a key vote for the 119th Congress.
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Knowing when employee time off is required to be paid or unpaid can be complex, especially for small businesses.
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On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law, bringing significant changes for small business owners.
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The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a slight decrease in June, dropping by 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the long-term average of 98.
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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has won a legal battle against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the Negative Option Rule.
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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has achieved a legal victory in the case Custom Communications, Inc. v. Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
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The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a slight decline in June, dropping by 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the long-term average of 98.