National Federation of Independent Business - Missouri
Recent News About National Federation of Independent Business - Missouri
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NFIB Missouri director discusses declining small business optimism on Wake Up Missouri
In a recent interview on Wake Up Missouri, Brad Jones, State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Missouri, spoke about the results of NFIB's latest Small Business Economic Trends (SBET) survey.
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Missouri legislature approves changes to initiative petition process
In September 2025, the Missouri Legislature convened for a special session to address several issues, including changes to the state's initiative petition process.
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NFIB report shows persistent hiring challenges for Missouri small businesses
In September, 32% of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill, according to the latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
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Small business optimism rises again despite ongoing hiring challenges
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.5 points in August, reaching 100.8, which is nearly three points above its long-term average.
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Unfilled job openings at small businesses fall to lowest level since July 2020
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its August jobs report, indicating a continued decline in unfilled job openings among small businesses.
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Katrina Lynch Mattes named chair of NFIB Missouri Leadership Council
Katrina Lynch Mattes, owner of Lynch’s Furniture & Appliance in Saint Robert, has been named the new Leadership Council Chair for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Missouri.
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NFIB launches ad campaign thanking Rep. Jason Smith for support on small business tax deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new advertising campaign in Missouri’s 8th District to thank Representative Jason Smith for his role in making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.
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Nfib gathers Missouri small business leaders for policy discussions at Camdenton retreat
NFIB recently held a retreat in Camdenton, Missouri, bringing together small business owners and industry leaders from across the state.
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Small business optimism index rises despite continued uncertainty
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 1.7 points in July to reach 100.3, slightly surpassing its 52-year average of 98.
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NFIB Missouri to host reception honoring Majority Floor Leader Rep. Alex Riley
Majority Floor Leader Rep. Alex Riley will be honored at a reception hosted by NFIB Missouri on August 21.
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NFIB reports lowest level of unfilled job openings among small businesses since December 2020
NFIB’s July jobs report indicates that 33% of small business owners had job openings they could not fill, a decrease of three points from June and the lowest percentage since December 2020.
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Missouri residents encouraged to shop locally during back-to-school tax holiday
Ahead of the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, Brad Jones, NFIB State Director, is urging Missourians to support small businesses.
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Small business optimism steady despite inventory concerns
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, which saw a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6.
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NFIB report: Small businesses struggle with job openings amid workforce shortages
NFIB's latest jobs report reveals ongoing challenges for small business owners in filling job vacancies.
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Small business optimism rises despite high uncertainty
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a three-point increase in May, reaching 98.8, which is slightly above the long-term average of 98.
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Small businesses face hiring challenges as job openings remain high
NFIB's latest jobs report reveals that the labor market for small businesses remained weak in May.
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NFIB unveils tools showing impact of 20% tax deduction on Missouri's economy
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent small business advocacy group in Missouri, has introduced two digital tools aimed at illustrating the economic impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.
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Missouri Senate repeals Prop A, impacting minimum wage and paid leave
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Missouri expressed satisfaction following the state Senate's decision to repeal Proposition A. The NFIB, a key advocate for small businesses in Missouri, shared a statement from its State...
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NFIB expresses condolences on passing of former Senator and Governor Kit Bond
Brad Jones, the Missouri State Director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), released a statement regarding the death of Christopher "Kit" Bond, who served as both a U.S. Senator and Missouri Governor.
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NFIB hosts annual Small Business Day in Missouri's Jefferson City
Small business owners from various parts of Missouri convened in Jefferson City for the annual Small Business Day hosted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) on April 23, 2025.