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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) has been honored with the National Federation of Independent Business's (NFIB) “Guardian of Small Business Award,” their highest legislative recognition. This prestigious award is given to lawmakers who have consistently supported small businesses, as demonstrated by voting in alignment with key small business priorities at least 70 percent of the time during the 118th Congress. Congressman Turner has voted in favor of small businesses 100 percent of the time.

“Small businesses are the cornerstone of the Miami Valley,” said Congressman Turner. “During my time as Mayor of Dayton, I had the opportunity to work with local businesses, and in Congress, I’ve remained committed to supporting small businesses through tax relief, regulatory reform, and further investment in infrastructure. I will continue to champion the causes that matter most to our Dayton-area businesses.”

“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,” said NFIB President Brad Close. “This Congress, small businesses faced tough economic headwinds, especially from inflation, burdensome regulations, and threats of tax hikes at all levels of the government. We are proud to recognize the lawmakers from the 118th Congress, including Congressman Mike Turner, 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.”

Background:

Throughout the 118th Congress, Turner has supported a number of bills to support small businesses and their employees, including the Main Street Tax Certainty Act, which would make permanent the tax deduction for qualified business income. As a supporter of small businesses, Congressman Turner is a cosponsor of this bill.

Throughout his tenure Congressman Turner has supported Miami Valley small businesses by securing funding for community projects, including $4 million for the Wright Factory Business Park and $1 million for the Greater West Dayton Incubator. These projects provide vital resources to help strengthen both local entrepreneurs and business communities.