The Voice of Small Business in New York
Small businesses are the backbone of New York’s economy
New Yorkers for Local Businesses is dedicated to standing up for small businesses, workers, and local communities across New York. Our small businesses employ millions of New Yorkers, anchor communities, and keep local economies strong. But rising costs, regulatory pressure, and an uncertain economic climate have made it harder than ever to start, manage, or grow a small business in the state. We advocate for commonsense policies that keep New Yorkers employed and help small businesses thrive.
About NYLB
NYLB is a statewide coalition of small business owners, workers, and advocates who believe New York can be a better place to work, invest, and grow. Our goal is to elevate the voices of local businesses in Albany, pushing back against policies that raise costs, threaten jobs, or discourage investment.
Survey: Less than 25% of New Yorkers Think State Economy is in Good Shape
Conducted in April 2025 by Echelon Insights. Read the full release here.
of New Yorkers say the state is headed in the right direction.
24%
of New Yorkers are “extremely” or “very” concerned about rising food prices.
80%
of New Yorkers are concerned about increased job losses in the state.
70%
of New Yorkers are concerned with increased government intrusion in small businesses.
54%
Testimonials
Costs have risen and I’m trying to do right by my staff. I’ve been a small business owner for 30 years, and I don’t think Albany realizes how much harder it’s gotten to keep a small business afloat in New York. I just hope they’ll consider how much local businesses mean to their communities, particularly in small towns like mine, before passing legislation that could wipe us out.
— Renee Reardon, Restaurant Owner in the Capital Region
Feeding New Yorkers isn’t just my job, it’s what I love to do. I just hope Albany lawmakers can honor us by standing up for our small businesses and creating — rather than killing — jobs.
— Cortesia Norman, Restaurant Owner in the Bronx
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