Description: The Virginia state chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), representing small and independent business owners in Virginia and advocating for policies to reduce regulatory burdens, lower taxes, and promote a favorable operating environment for small firms. Type: Non-profit trade association / state advocacy chapter (NFIB is organized as a 501(c)(6)) Policies: Advocacy for small-business interests including tax policy, regulatory reform, labor and employment rules affecting employers, health-care and benefits policy for small firms, access to capital, and legal advocacy on behalf of small businesses. Funding: Primarily funded by membership dues, event and program fees, sponsorships, donations, and political contributions through affiliated PAC activity. Affiliates: National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), NFIB Small Business Legal Center, NFIB Research Foundation, NFIB Political Action Committee, local Virginia small-business chapters and coalitions
