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Ezell Receives NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award

Washington, September 23, 2024 | Claire Hurley (2022255772)

Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement after being named a “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s largest small business organization:

"Fighting for pro-small business legislation remains a key issue for me in Congress," Ezell said. "I’m honored to be named a “Guardian of Small Business” in recognition of my efforts to help the job creators on Main Street. The health of small businesses directly correlates to the health of our nation's economy. I will always fight to protect Main Street businesses across South Mississippi and our country."

“The NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award is presented to Members of Congress with a demonstrated record of supporting America’s small and independent business owners,” NFIB President Brad Close said. “This Congress, small businesses faced tough economic headwinds, especially from inflation, labor shortages, and tax pressures at all levels of the government. We are proud to recognize the lawmakers from the 118th Congress who stood up for Main Street by taking pro-small business votes that would reduce taxes, eliminate burdensome government mandates, lower health insurance costs, and fuel the Main Street economy."

Lawmakers who voted with small business on key issues during the 118th Congress earned the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award. NFIB informs lawmakers in advance which votes will be considered NFIB Key Votes and asks lawmakers to support the consensus views of our members. We also remind lawmakers that the results will be reported back to the NFIB membership.