FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MIAMI, FL — Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar today announced the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small and independent business association, recognizing her record of standing with small businesses, protecting job creators, and fighting for the entrepreneurs who power South Florida’s economy.
From family-owned restaurants and neighborhood shops to contractors, manufacturers, and growing startups, small businesses are at the heart of Miami-Dade.
“South Florida runs on small business. Our restaurants, shops, contractors, and family-owned companies create jobs, strengthen our neighborhoods, and give people the opportunity to achieve the American Dream,” said Congresswoman Salazar. “I am proud to have earned a 100% NFIB voting record and to have helped make the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent. I will continue fighting to keep taxes low, cut unnecessary red tape, and make sure Washington works for our small businesses, not against them.”
“Representative Salazar has been a true supporter of small business during her time in Congress,” said Louis Bertolotti, NFIB Political Director. “She has a 100% NFIB Voting Record and continues to be a small business champion, especially with her vote to make the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent. We are pleased to endorse Rep. Salazar for re-election today and we look forward to continuing to work together to support Main Street.”
NFIB’s endorsement reflects Congresswoman Salazar’s record of standing with small businesses, keeping taxes low, and pushing back against unnecessary government burdens that make it harder for entrepreneurs to grow and create jobs.
The backing of America’s leading small-business advocacy organization adds significant momentum to Rep. Salazar’s reelection campaign and underscores the confidence of the entrepreneurs and job creators who are helping drive South Florida’s economy.
Rep. Salazar’s Record of Delivering for Main Street
Congresswoman Salazar has built a consistent record of supporting the entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, and job creators who power South Florida’s economy.
- Making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Permanent: Voted to make the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent, giving Main Street businesses greater certainty to invest, expand, and hire.
- $650,000 Secured for BizGap Program at FIU: funding supported SBDC’s BizGap program, providing essential consulting and training to more than 1,000 small businesses across Florida’s 27th District and helping drive job creation and business growth.
- Expanding Access to Capital: Original cosponsor of the Main Street Capital Access Act to strengthen community financial institutions and improve access to credit for local entrepreneurs.
- Protecting South Florida’s Travel Industry: Introduced the bipartisan Flight Refund Fairness Act to prevent small travel agencies from being forced to cover refunds when airlines cancel flights.
- Strengthening the Small-Business Workforce: Backed efforts connecting Small Business Development Centers with apprenticeships, workforce training, and work-based learning opportunities.
- Bringing Federal Resources Home: Worked directly with the Small Business Administration and local entrepreneurs to connect Miami-Dade businesses with resources, financing opportunities, and federal support.
- Maintaining a 100% NFIB Voting Record: Earned a perfect voting record from the National Federation of Independent Business for supporting policies important to small-business owners.
This is the record behind NFIB’s endorsement: lower taxes, greater access to capital, fewer unnecessary burdens, and a commitment to helping South Florida’s small businesses grow and succeed.
To read more about Congresswoman Salazar’s work to support small businesses and strengthen South Florida’s economy, please click here.
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