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Oklahoma's economy could benefit if Congress makes tax deduction permanent

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released a report detailing the impact of the expiration of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction on Oklahoma's businesses and economy.

By Sooner State News | Apr 15, 2025

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Q3 2024: Oklahoma's combined tax revenues down 14% since Q2 2024

Oklahoma collected $3.2 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

By Sooner State News | Apr 10, 2025

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Oklahoma's Small Business Day invites owners to discuss legislative priorities

By Sooner State News | Apr 10, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Oklahoma is inviting small business owners to participate in Small Business Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol.

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NFIB survey highlights strong support for permanent small business tax deduction

By Sooner State News | Apr 8, 2025

A recent poll by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has highlighted widespread support for small businesses in the United States as well as substantial backing for maintaining the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction established...

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Small Business Optimism Index drops amid rising uncertainty

By Sooner State News | Mar 13, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.1 points in February, reaching 100.7.

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NFIB members discuss potential impacts of expiring small business tax deduction

By Sooner State News | Feb 20, 2025

In a recent episode of the "Small Business Rundown" podcast, NFIB members Derrick Roberts and James Tyson discussed the impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction on their business and potential consequences if Congress allows it to expire.

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Small business optimism dips amid rising uncertainty and hiring challenges

By Sooner State News | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.3 points in January, settling at 102.8.

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Small businesses struggle with unfilled job openings amid economic optimism

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates that 35% of small business owners had job openings they could not fill in January, maintaining the same level as December.

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NFIB urges Oklahoma lawmakers to support small businesses amid economic challenges

By Sooner State News | Feb 3, 2025

Ahead of Governor Kevin Stitt's State of the State address to the 60th Oklahoma Legislature, NFIB State Director Jerrod Shouse has called on lawmakers to prioritize small business interests and foster economic growth.

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Small business optimism reaches highest point since October 2018

By Sooner State News | Jan 14, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a notable increase in December, rising by 3.4 points to reach 105.1.

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Main Street faces easing labor costs amid ongoing hiring challenges

By Sooner State News | Jan 10, 2025

NFIB's December jobs report indicates a slight decrease in the percentage of small business owners struggling to fill job openings, with 35% reporting unfilled positions.

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Which type of Oklahoma companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By Sooner State News | Nov 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from Oklahoma in the third quarter of 2024.

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Oklahoma: Food and Cosmetics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Oklahoma in Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Oklahoma in the third quarter of 2024.

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NFIB Oklahoma PAC endorses legislative candidates supporting small businesses

By Sooner State News | Sep 16, 2024

The NFIB Oklahoma PAC has announced its endorsement of 23 candidates for the upcoming elections in the Oklahoma Legislature.

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NFIB Oklahoma PAC endorses legislative candidates in support of small business

By Sooner State News | Sep 16, 2024

The NFIB Oklahoma PAC has announced its endorsement of 23 candidates for the Oklahoma Legislature, highlighting their commitment to supporting small businesses.

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NFIB endorses legislative candidates supporting small businesses in Oklahoma

By Sooner State News | Sep 16, 2024

The NFIB Oklahoma PAC has announced its endorsement of 23 candidates running for the Oklahoma Legislature.

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NFIB releases Oklahoma legislative scorecard highlighting key votes

By Sooner State News | Aug 23, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its biennial voting record for Oklahoma's 2023-2024 legislative session.

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NFIB releases Oklahoma legislators' 2024 small business scorecard

By Sooner State News | Aug 23, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its biennial voting record for Oklahoma's 2023-2024 legislative session.

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NFIB urges Congress to extend small business tax deduction

By Sooner State News | Aug 20, 2024

In a recent discussion with Fox 25's Katie Arata, Jerrod Shouse, the State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Oklahoma, addressed concerns highlighted in the latest Small Business Problems and Priorities report.

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NFIB Oklahoma calls for the passage of Main Street Tax Certainty Act

By Sooner State News | Aug 20, 2024

NFIB Oklahoma has made a case for congressional action on the Main Street Tax Certainty Act, emphasizing its significance for small businesses in an interview with Fox 25’s Katie Arata.