Empire State Today

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent small business advocacy group, has announced its New York PAC's endorsements for candidates in the 2024 state legislature elections. The NFIB emphasized the importance of electing pro-small-business candidates amid what it describes as challenges posed by policies from special interest groups.

Ashley Ranslow, NFIB New York State Director, stated, "The onslaught of policies pushed by powerful, well-funded special interest groups, including labor unions and the plaintiffs’ attorneys, continue to pass the current state legislature, making it more difficult and expensive for small businesses to succeed in New York." She added that electing supportive lawmakers is crucial since small businesses employ nearly half of New York's workforce and contribute significantly to its GDP.

Ranslow also noted that the endorsed candidates have demonstrated support for small businesses through their voting records. "The NFIB New York PAC is proud to endorse a bi-partisan group of legislators who have a proven track record of fighting for and supporting small businesses with their votes," she said.

Endorsements are determined by the NFIB NY PAC Board, which consists solely of small business owners. For incumbents, endorsements rely on their 2023-24 voting records on issues affecting small businesses such as taxes and regulatory reform. Challengers must complete a questionnaire to be considered.

NFIB aims to mobilize its members and their networks to support endorsed candidates in the upcoming general election. The organization will continue monitoring key races across New York and may issue further endorsements.

With nearly 11,000 members in New York representing diverse industries, NFIB positions itself as a significant advocate for small business interests both at state levels and nationally.

For additional information about NFIB’s activities and initiatives, interested parties can visit www.NFIB.com.