But here, as in other states, businesses have successfully opposed such legislation.

Small businesses generally oppose any requirements for them to provide or pay for health insurance.

Some small businesses oppose the legislation, saying the cost could force them into bankruptcy.

But changing the regulations that businesses oppose will, in many cases, require laws, and the legislature is controlled by Democrats.

Many small businesses oppose this requirement, saying it would be prohibitively expensive for them.

But most businesses have opposed any widening of the law.

Many small businesses oppose this requirement, saying they cannot afford the extra expense.

Their findings indicated that more businesses opposed the plans than supported them.

Insurance companies, some hospitals, many businesses and some taxpayer groups oppose it.

That's one reason that business regularly opposes increases in the minimum wage.