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NFIB opposes key workers' compensation and unemployment benefit bills

The Legislature resumed its committee hearings this week, with the House and Senate committees reviewing bills passed by the other chamber.

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 22, 2025

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House of origin deadline leads to end of many tracked bills

The recent House of Origin deadline, which occurred on March 12, resulted in the termination of numerous bills that the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) had been monitoring this session.

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 14, 2025

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Small business optimism index drops amid rising uncertainty

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, showing a decline of 2.1 points in February to 100.7.

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Washington Senate passes bill granting UI benefits for striking workers

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 8, 2025

The Washington State Senate has passed a bill that would provide unemployment benefits to striking workers, despite opposition from various sectors including Boeing, the business community, and local governments.

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NFIB jobs report highlights concerns over proposed legislation affecting small businesses

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 7, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest monthly Jobs Report, indicating a weakening in job creation for February.

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Washington legislative session focuses on unemployment and worker benefits

By Evergreen Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

State Director Patrick Connor provided an update from Olympia on the small business agenda following Week 7 of the legislative session.

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Washington state minimum wage increase bills fail to advance

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 21, 2025

Senate Bill 5578 and House Bill 1764, which aimed to raise Washington state's minimum wage to $25 an hour by 2031 and mandate a minimum of three weeks paid vacation plus five days paid bereavement leave, did not progress past their respective...

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Minimum-wage increase fails; right-to-repair bills move forward

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 21, 2025

Friday, February 21 marked a key deadline in the 2025 legislative session, with policy committees required to advance bills to either fiscal committees or the chamber’s Rules Committee.

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NFIB opposes $25 minimum wage bill amid strong member turnout

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 15, 2025

The legislative week in Olympia concluded with significant focus on several bills, notably those concerning the proposed $25 minimum wage.

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Small business leader opposes Washington State minimum wage increase bills

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 11, 2025

Patrick Connor, the state director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), is set to present testimony today against Senate Bill 5578 before the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee in Olympia, Washington.

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Minimum wage bills face first hearings amid opposition from small business group

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 8, 2025

State Director Patrick Connor has provided an update from Olympia on the legislative and political activities affecting small businesses for the week ending February 7.

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Small Business Day proceeds despite harsh weather

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 7, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) expressed gratitude to its members who attended the Small Business Day in Olympia on February 4, despite challenging weather conditions.

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Small businesses struggle with job vacancies amid legislative changes

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 6, 2025

More than a third of small business owners in the United States are facing difficulties in filling job openings, according to the latest Jobs Report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

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NFIB gears up for Small Business Day amid legislative priorities

By Evergreen Reporter | Feb 1, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is preparing for its annual Small Business Day at the Capitol in Olympia, scheduled for February 4.

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NFIB opposes legislation enabling direct lawsuits against small businesses

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 30, 2025

The Washington State Legislature's 2025 session is underway, and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is closely monitoring proposals that could increase business costs or facilitate lawsuits against small business owners.

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NFIB outlines legislative priorities focusing on tax reforms and healthcare affordability

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

Washington state's leading small business association, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), has announced its legislative agenda for 2025.

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NFIB opposes unemployment benefits for striking workers

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 25, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recently presented its stance on several legislative issues in Washington State.

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Washington State Legislature begins session; NFIB tracks key small business legislation

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 18, 2025

The 2025 session of the 69th Washington State Legislature began on January 13, 2025.

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Business group urges opposition against proposed minimum wage hike

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 15, 2025

House Bill 1181 proposes to increase the state minimum wage to $17.50 per hour in 2026, with an annual increment of $1.50 until it reaches $25 per hour.

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Small business optimism rises significantly according to latest NFIB index

By Evergreen Reporter | Jan 14, 2025

The latest Small Business Optimism Index from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates a significant improvement in sentiment among small business owners.