National Federation of Independent Business - Illinois
Recent News About National Federation of Independent Business - Illinois
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Illinois increases gas and diesel taxes effective July 1
Illinois will see an increase in motor fuel taxes starting July 1.
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NFIB Illinois reviews legislative session in Springfield
On June 18, 2025, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Illinois conducted a webinar to review the legislative activities in Springfield.
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Illinois releases draft rules for temp worker act and lease tax
The Department of Labor and the Department of Revenue in Illinois have released drafts for new rules regarding temporary workers and a lease tax.
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Illinois legislature passes multiple bills affecting business operations
Prior to adjourning, the Illinois General Assembly passed several bills that may affect the business community.
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NFIB reports rise in small business optimism amid ongoing tax concerns
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed a notable increase in May, rising by three points to 98.8, slightly surpassing the 51-year average of 98.
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Illinois assembly approves $55.2 billion budget with tax hikes
The Illinois General Assembly has approved a budget of $55.2 billion, marking an increase of approximately 3.9% compared to the previous year.
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Illinois General Assembly passes controversial workplace regulation bill
A new measure requiring Illinois state agencies to adopt workplace rules from the Biden Administration, previously rolled back by the Trump Administration, has passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly.
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Illinois debates new taxes amid revenue shortfall
State revenues in Illinois are expected to fall short of Governor Pritzker's proposed budget.
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Illinois considers adopting federal workplace regulations amid legal challenges
SB 1976, a legislative proposal in Illinois, would require the state to adopt several workplace regulations introduced by the Biden Administration, including the OSHA Walkaround Rule.
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NFIB launches tools highlighting impact of Small Business Tax Deduction in Illinois
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 Illinois.
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Illinois small businesses face new regulatory hurdles with Senate Bill 1976
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), an organization representing small businesses in Illinois, issued a statement following the passage of Senate Bill 1976 by the Illinois Senate.
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Illinois considers adopting Biden-era workplace regulations
Illinois lawmakers are considering Senate Bill 1976, which would require the state to adopt certain workplace regulations introduced during the Biden Administration.
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NFIB Illinois announces virtual legislative recap with state director
Illinois State Director Noah Finley will host a virtual legislative recap on June 18, 2025.
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Illinois sees rise in tax revenues in April
Illinois tax revenues have shown an increase in April compared to the same month last year, according to a report from the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA).
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Illinois lawmakers propose bills to expand prevailing wage mandate for construction projects
Illinois lawmakers have proposed bills aimed at expanding the prevailing wage mandate to include additional infrastructure and construction projects.
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Illinois small businesses oppose Chicago-area public transit bill
NFIB Illinois has expressed opposition to a proposed vehicle-mileage-tax pilot program, urging its removal from a comprehensive public-transit reform bill being considered by the Illinois General Assembly.
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Illinois extends deadlines for job-tax legislation aimed at paid-leave program
The Illinois Senate has decided to extend its committee and third-reading deadlines to May 9 for a proposed bill known as SB 2413.
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Illinois ranks among the least competitive states economically for 2025
Illinois has been ranked 46th out of 50 states for economic competitiveness, as reported by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).
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Illinois small businesses at risk if tax deduction expires, NFIB reports
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has issued a new report regarding the potential implications for small businesses in Illinois if the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction is not made permanent.
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Illinois house fails to advance "Right to Sit" bill
Legislation aimed at granting workers in Illinois the right to sit during their work hours has stalled in the state legislature.