National Federation of Independent Business - Minnesota
Recent News About National Federation of Independent Business - Minnesota
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NFIB reports drop in small business optimism and rising uncertainty in September
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported that its Small Business Optimism Index dropped by 2.0 points in September, reaching 98.8.
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Minnesota small businesses prepare for new paid family and medical leave mandate
Minnesota employers are preparing for the rollout of the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) mandate, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Webinar scheduled to address Minnesota’s paid family medical leave program for small businesses
A free webinar will be held on Wednesday, October 15 at noon Central Time to discuss Minnesota's upcoming Paid Family Medical Leave program.
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NFIB Minnesota PAC endorses two candidates for state senate
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota PAC has endorsed Michael Holmstrom, Jr. for State Senate District 29 and Dwight Dorau for State Senate District 47.
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Minnesota DEED schedules statewide employer sessions on paid family and medical leave
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Paid Leave Division is organizing a series of employer engagement sessions across the state.
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NFIB reports slight rise in small business optimism; labor issues persist
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.5 points in August, reaching 100.8, which is nearly three points above its long-term average.
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Minnesota businesses prepare for rollout of paid family and medical leave mandate
Minnesota employers are preparing for the implementation of a new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) mandate, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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NFIB launches ad campaign thanking Rep. Tom Emmer for supporting small business tax deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new advertising campaign in Minnesota’s 6th District to thank Representative Tom Emmer for his efforts to make the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.
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Nfib minnesota notes optimism rise amid continued uncertainty for small businesses
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index increased by 1.7 points in July, reaching 100.3, which is slightly above its 52-year average.
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Nfib minnesota hosts webinar on new independent contractor laws
On August 5, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota hosted a webinar focused on the state's new independent contractor laws enacted in 2024.
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Minnesota DEED announces paid leave webinar series for employers
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Paid Leave Division is organizing a series of monthly webinars to explain the main aspects of the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program.
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NFIB Minnesota offers webinar on new independent contractor laws
Join the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota for a free webinar on Tuesday, August 5th at Noon Central.
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Nfib Minnesota reviews legislative session impacts on small businesses
On July 9, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota hosted a webinar to review the 2025 Minnesota legislative session.
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NFIB highlights tax concerns amid steady small business optimism
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed little change in June, decreasing slightly by 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the 51-year average of 98.
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Minnesota Legislature concludes special session with new budget amid looming deficits
The Minnesota Legislature held a special session on June 9 to finalize the state's budget for Fiscal Years 2026-2027.
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NFIB to discuss outcomes of Minnesota's 2025 legislative session
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is set to host a virtual discussion on the outcomes of the 2025 Minnesota legislative session.
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Small business optimism rises in May amid ongoing uncertainty
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest Small Business Optimism Index for May, which saw an increase of three points to 98.8, slightly above the long-term average of 98.
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Minnesota lawmakers near completion of state budget amid potential special session
The Minnesota Legislative Session for 2025 concluded on May 19th without the completion of the state budget, leading to a potential special session.
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NFIB launches tools to highlight impact of small business tax deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has introduced two digital tools aimed at illustrating the economic impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Minnesota.
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Keri Heintzeman sworn into Minnesota Senate after special election victory
On May 6th, Republican Keri Heintzeman was sworn into the Minnesota Senate.