Senator Andrew Lang (R-Olivia) announced recently he was awarded the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award from the nation’s leading small business organization, The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

“Our small businesses in Minnesota work tirelessly to drive our economy and employ our neighbors, Senator Lang said. “They support our local communities, and I look forward to continuing to find ways to support them and encourage their growth in our state. I appreciate the recognition of standing up to safeguard their way of life.”

Lang earned the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award with a 100% score on the NFIB Minnesota Voting Record for 2023-24.

The Guardian of Small Business Award is reserved for lawmakers who consistently side with Main Street on priority issues for small business owners. Small business priorities are determined by NFIB members under the one member, one vote policy. Lawmakers are informed of NFIB’s position ahead of each key vote.

The full list of key votes can be found NFIB’s Voting Record document.

Minnesota lawmakers who sided with small business 80% or more of the time during the 2023-24 sessions are eligible for the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award.