
May 14, 2026
Alabama lawmakers have approved new legislation addressing credit card swipe fee taxes for local businesses. The National Federation of Independent Business discussed these changes on its recent podcast episode. Leaders say these efforts provide important relief for family-owned companies.
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April 22, 2026
Alabama has passed Senate Bill 221 ending sales tax on credit card processing fees for small businesses. Rosemary Elebash from NFIB praised this move but called for federal action on broader fee reform.
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April 15, 2026
A new report from NFIB outlines how making the federal Small Business Tax Deduction permanent will benefit over 465,000 Alabama small businesses. The deduction is projected to create thousands of jobs and boost state GDP significantly over time.
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April 13, 2026
The Alabama Legislature has passed several bills affecting small businesses during its latest session. Measures include changes related to cash rounding, credit card fee taxation, and contractor licensing taxes. Small business advocates say these steps address ongoing concerns.
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March 25, 2026
Small business owners gathered at Montgomery's Capitol for NFIB's annual Small Business Day. Attendees heard from state officials about legislative issues impacting local enterprises. The event highlighted NFIB's advocacy efforts on behalf of independent businesses.
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