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Q3 2024: South Dakota's combined tax revenues up 1.8% since Q2 2024

South Dakota collected $677 million 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 Rushmore State News | Apr 10, 2025

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Poll shows extensive support for small business tax deduction

A recent poll released by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals considerable bipartisan support among Americans for small businesses and the promotion of a 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.

By Rushmore State News | Apr 8, 2025

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NFIB thanks Senator Thune for supporting small business tax deduction

By Rushmore State News | Mar 24, 2025

South Dakota's National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has initiated a new advertising campaign to express gratitude towards Senator John Thune for his support of small businesses.

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NFIB reports decline in small business optimism amid rising uncertainty

By Rushmore State News | Mar 12, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for February, indicating a decline of 2.1 points to 100.7.

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Small business optimism index drops amid rising uncertainty

By Rushmore State News | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.3 points in January, reaching 102.8, marking the third consecutive month above the long-term average of 98 over 51 years.

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NFIB outlines legislative goals amid slow start to South Dakota session

By Rushmore State News | Jan 27, 2025

South Dakota's National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has unveiled its key legislative priorities for the 2025 session.

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Small business optimism rises amid improved economic outlook

By Rushmore State News | Jan 23, 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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Which type of South Dakota companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By Rushmore State News | Nov 11, 2024

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

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FDA Inspection: What type of South Dakota companies were under most scrutiny during Q3?

By Rushmore State News | Oct 11, 2024

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

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FDA Inspection: What type of South Dakota companies were under most scrutiny during September?

By Rushmore State News | Oct 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from South Dakota in September.

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Small business optimism declines in August amid rising inflation concerns

By Rushmore State News | Sep 11, 2024

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index has experienced a decline of 2.5 points in August, landing at 91.2 and negating gains seen in July.

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Small business optimism falls amid rising uncertainty and inflation concerns

By Rushmore State News | Sep 11, 2024

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.5 points in August, reaching 91.2 and undoing the gains made in July.

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NFIB reports persistent job openings amid rising labor quality concerns

By Rushmore State News | Sep 5, 2024

NFIB's August jobs report indicates that 40% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings, a two-point increase from July.

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NFIB highlights ongoing labor issues for small businesses across the country

By Rushmore State News | Sep 5, 2024

NFIB's August jobs report revealed that 40% of small business owners reported job vacancies that remained unfilled in August, a rise of two points from the previous month.

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NFIB urges Congress to secure tax relief for small businesses

By Rushmore State News | Aug 16, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a national advertising campaign in South Dakota, featuring a radio ad urging Congress to prevent a tax increase on small businesses.

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NFIB urges Congress to make small business tax deduction permanent

By Rushmore State News | Aug 16, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a national advertising campaign in South Dakota.

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NFIB's Jeff Brabant urges permanence for small business tax deduction

By Rushmore State News | Aug 15, 2024

Jeff Brabant, Vice President of Federal Government Relations for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), recently appeared on KABD in Sioux Falls.

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NFIB calls for permanent 20% deduction to prevent small business tax hike

By Rushmore State News | Aug 15, 2024

Jeff Brabant, the Vice President of Federal Government Relations for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), spoke on KABD in Sioux Falls to discuss the impending tax increase that could affect small businesses in South Dakota.

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NFIB highlights major concerns for South Dakota's small businesses

By Rushmore State News | Aug 14, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released the 11th edition of its quadrennial report, "Small Business Problems and Priorities."