On February 21, NFIB Rhode Island hosted an informative virtual event for members, “Rhode Island Small Business Legislation.” State Director Chris Carlozzi led the discussion and reviewed legislation currently being considered in the House and Senate in Providence that could increase the regulatory and tax burdens on small businesses and impact how you run your business. The efficient half-hour program covered developments in state tax and budget issues, labor mandates, energy costs and environmental policy, and healthcare costs.

You can watch a recording of the legislative briefing at the following link:

>>> NFIB Rhode Island Small Business Legislative Update <<<

Also in the discussion, NFIB Grassroots Manager Julianna Rauf highlighted how members can be informed and effective champions for Rhode Island’s small business community. She also outlined a few key issues where small business owners can make their voices heard in the Capitol immediately.

Here are two timely opportunities to reach out simply and effectively to your state lawmakers today:

• TAKE ACTION NOW!: Urge Lawmakers to Oppose Expanding Time Off (https://www.nfib.com/rhode-island/now/?vvsrc=%2fcampaigns%2f112400%2frespond)
• TAKE ACTION NOWT: Governor McKee’s Budget Includes Small Business Tax Hike (https://www.nfib.com/rhode-island/now/?vvsrc=%2fcampaigns%2f111765%2frespond)

As always, don’t hesitate to contact your NFIB Rhode Island team with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have: NFIB Rhode Island Team