LANSING – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Michigan’s leading small business advocacy organization, has released two new digital tools to help small business owners, policymakers, and the public in Michigan understand the significant economic impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction and what’s at stake if Congress fails to make it permanent.
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LANSING - National Federation Of Independent Business’ April jobs report found that 34% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in April, down six points from March, the lowest since January 2021. Although state-specific data is unavailable, NFIB Michigan State Director Amanda Fisher said, “The labor market continues to
