The National Federation of Independent Business – Minnesota hosted a Small Business Roundtable Discussion with Congressman Brad Finstad on April 9. The event brought together local small business owners to discuss federal policies and legislative issues affecting their operations.
The roundtable focused on how the now-permanent 20% Small Business Deduction has provided greater certainty for business owners, allowing them to reinvest in their companies and employees. Attendees also discussed efforts to repeal the Beneficial Ownership mandate, a measure that Congressman Finstad supports, as well as broader deregulation goals. Lowering health insurance costs was identified by participants as another priority for Congressional action.
“NFIB, Rep. Finstad, and attendees discussed how the 20% Small Business Deduction now being permanent has helped small business owners gain more certainty and reinvest in their business and employees,” according to the organization. “We also discussed repealing the Beneficial Ownership mandate, an effort Rep. Finstad supports as well as deregulation in general. Attendees also agreed that Congress must take action to lower the costs of health insurance.”
The National Federation of Independent Business – Minnesota advocates for small business interests in state policy and legislation according to the official website. Jon Boesche has served as state director for NFIB-Minnesota according to the official website. The group serves small business owners across Minnesota according to the official website and influences policy through advocacy against burdensome regulations according to the official website.
NFIB-Minnesota also offers resources and updates on issues impacting small businesses, such as labor mandates and tax policies according to the official website, operating primarily as an advocacy group for these enterprises according to the official website.
Those interested in future roundtables or seeking more information about this event are encouraged by NFIB-Minnesota staff to contact Grassroots Manager Ben Abrahamson.
