February 8, 2019

NSBA Takes Message to Senate

Last week, NSBA’s Board of Trustees met in Washington, D.C. where they discussed the coming year and met with Senate Committee on Small Business Chair Marco Rubio (R-Fla.).

February 13, 2019

Rubio Report Highlights Small Business Innovation

Senate Small Business Committee Chair Marco Rubio (R- Fla.) recently unveiled a report underscoring the importance of programs like SBIR and STTR in bolstering U.S. innovation.

February 13, 2019

NSBA Endorses USMCA

The NSBA Board of Trustees recently endorsed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement which includes language to promote the growth of small businesses.

February 13, 2019

Raise the Wage Act of 2019 Introduced

On Jan. 16, House and Senate Democrats introduced the Raise the Wage Act of 2019 which would gradually raise the minimum wage to $15 by 2024.

January 31, 2019

OSHA Finalizes Electronic Recordkeeping Rule

Last week, OSHA published a final rule eliminating the requirement for firms with 250 or more employees to electronically submit their log of work-related injuries.

January 31, 2019

NLRB Returns Independent-Contractor Standard

Last week, the NLRB overturned its 2014 decision that made it harder for employers to classify workers as independent contractors.