Description: The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is a U.S.-based membership organization that represents small and independent businesses, providing advocacy, research, legal support, and resources to advance policies it says will foster a favorable operating environment for owners and entrepreneurs. Type: Trade association; 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization Policies: Advocates for tax and regulatory relief for small businesses, reduced compliance burdens, access to capital, tort and healthcare reform favorable to small employers, employer-friendly labor and employment policies, and state-level policies that support entrepreneurship and small-business growth; frequently opposes regulations and mandates it views as burdensome to small firms. Funding: Primarily funded by member dues and fees, supplemented by event revenue, program and research funding, and political contributions through affiliated PAC activity. Affiliates: NFIB Research Foundation; NFIB Small Business Legal Center; NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation; state NFIB federations and NFIB PAC
