Massachusetts Small-Business News from NFIB

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New Data Security Regulations Took Effect March 1st

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 20:00

We worked with other business groups to make these regulations less onerous on small business owners, yet still effective in protecting the personal information of Massachusetts residents.

Workers' Comp Premiums Could Rise 4.5%

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 20:00

As if Massachusetts business owners did not have enough to worry about, insurers have requested a 4.5 percent increase in workers' comp premiums.

Governor Unveils Healthcare Proposal - Will it Lower Costs?

Tue, 02/16/2010 - 20:00

The governor's plan starts by empowering the insurance commissioner to review all proposed premium increases of more than 3.2%.

Right to Repair Advances

Tue, 02/16/2010 - 20:00

Right to repair will give independent shops the ability to engage in fair and open competition on a level playing field.

When is a 'Freeze' not a 'Freeze'?

Tue, 02/16/2010 - 20:00

UI premiums are still expected to increase an average $120 per employee per year due to experience rating and solvency charges.

Could a National Recovery Leave Massachusetts Behind?

Mon, 02/01/2010 - 20:00

Massachusetts lost 66,000 jobs in 2009, roughly 2% of the state's workforce. Things aren't likely to change if we remain on our present course.

Budget Gimmicks Leave Small Business on the Hook for Bloated State Budget

Tue, 01/26/2010 - 20:00

Small businesses pay a special payroll tax to fund the state's Workforce Training Program, but Gov. Patrick wants to steal those dollars to keep the bloated general fund afloat.  

Small Business State of the State: Three Steps to Jumpstart Job Growth

Thu, 01/21/2010 - 20:00

In response to Gov. Patrick's State of the State, NFIB offers lawmakers on Beacon Hill 3 easy steps for improving the business climate in Massachusetts. 

Small Business Plays A Big Role in Massachusetts U.S. Senate Election

Tue, 01/19/2010 - 20:00

While the election results on Tuesday are significant, the real story lies in the powerful impact that individual NFIB members had on the race.

We the People: Small Business Sends an Ally to Washington

Mon, 01/18/2010 - 20:00

Tonight the people dumped the status quo into the Boston Harbor, sending an unequivocal message to Washington that its time to stop putting narrow special interests ahead of the people. 

Vote Your State Member Ballot Online!

Wed, 01/06/2010 - 20:00

Have you voted your 2010 state ballot yet? If you haven't received it, you will shortly.

Sales Tax Up, Revenues Down

Mon, 01/04/2010 - 20:00

The state's coffers may be slightly better off today, but the overall economy is worse after last year's tax increase.

Massachusetts U.S. Senate Special Election News

Tue, 12/29/2009 - 20:00

The crucial election on Jan. 19 could determine the fate of anti-small business legislation such as the current healthcare bill. 

NFIB State Director Bill Vernon Talks Healthcare on New England Cable News

Tue, 12/22/2009 - 20:00

NFIB/Massachusetts State Director Bill Vernon was featured on the Dec. 22 "Broadside with Jim Braude" regarding federal healthcare legislation.

 

Legislators Wouldn't Dare Back a 50-cent Gas Tax Increase...Would They?

Tue, 12/08/2009 - 20:00

Watch your wallet. Despite scuttling a proposal by Governor Patrick to raise the gas tax earlier this year, legislators on Beacon Hill are busy cooking up proposals to raise the gas tax in 2010.