Missouri House passes legislation to ease impact of Prop A on businesses

Missouri House passes legislation to ease impact of Prop A on businesses

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry commends House lawmakers on the passage of HB 567, legislation that will provide much-needed clarity for business owners struggling with the implementation of […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes bill to make gold and silver legal tender

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry opposes legislation that would require private businesses to accept gold and silver as payment.  SB194 would make gold and silver legal tender in Missouri. […]

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Missouri Chamber backs legislation to retain first responders

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and industry is backing several pieces of legislation to help recruit and retain first responders. HB 1527, sponsored by Rep. Brad Christ (R-St. Louis), would […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes costly anti-DEI legislation

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry opposed legislation this week that would penalize private businesses for implementing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. The Senate Government Accountability Committee heard […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes mandate on gold and silver payments

Missouri Chamber opposes mandate on gold and silver payments

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry testified this week in opposition to a new business mandate expanding the allowable forms of payment for products and services. The House Financial […]

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New Health & Wellness Summit to address key workplace issues

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Creating a healthier and more productive workforce is a goal for companies throughout the state. Proven strategies to help achieve those objectives will be featured at the inaugural Missouri Health […]

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Missouri Chamber testifying in support of Missouri Angel Investment Incentive Act

Missouri Chamber supports effort to drive new business creation

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a bill that would help incentivize investment in startup businesses across the state. Known as the “Missouri Angel Investment Incentive Act,” […]

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Missouri Chamber backs expansion of Fast Track program

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Proposed changes to a program supported by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry would allow more adults in the state to receive funding for postsecondary education and training. HB […]

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Missouri Chamber seeks clarity through Supreme Court brief

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has filed an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court in an effort to bring more certainty to the litigation process. In […]

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House passes package to help address public safety

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A comprehensive public safety bill was passed by the Missouri House this week and is now eligible for consideration in the Senate. HB 1659 is sponsored by Rep. Lane Roberts […]

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Missouri Chamber backs bill to clarify wage payments

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supported a common-sense bill this week that would protect the state’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund. HB 2098 is sponsored by Rep. Terry […]

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Missouri Chamber continues to move legislative priorities forward

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A resolution to alter the initiative petition process was passed this week by the Senate after a weeks-long stalemate. SJR 74, sponsored by Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman (R-Arnold), would modify […]

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Bill to crack down on retail theft is heard in legislative committee

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The Crime Prevention and Public Safety Committee recently heard legislation to increase the penalties for those who commit organized retail theft from businesses. Committee chair Rep. Lane Roberts (R-Joplin) sponsored […]

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Legal changes for employers to watch in 2024

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Federal government agencies are pushing some significant changes that will likely impact businesses. Here are three areas that employers must keep close watch on: Information in this story was compiled […]

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Missouri Chamber applauds House passage of child care tax credits

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A lack of available and affordable child care options has proven costly for Missouri residents and the state in recent years. Legislation to address that challenge passed the House this […]

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Companies make the case for engineering degree tax credits. 

Missouri Chamber, members support engineering degree tax credits

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry testified in both the Senate and the House this week in support of much-needed tax credits to help recruit and retain more engineers […]

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Missouri Chamber supports civil justice reform

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports a common-sense approach to reforming the statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Current law allows up to five years to file […]

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Legislation seeks to make second-chance hiring easier

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A bill heard this week in the House Judiciary Committee could have the dual impact of helping alleviate workforce challenges and keeping ex-offenders from returning to the criminal justice system. […]

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Missouri Chamber supports business development measures    

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The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supported legislation this week in the Senate Economic Development and Tax Policy Committee that would incentivize business owners who want to rehabilitate historic […]

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Bill seeks to enhance workforce housing

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The effort to improve the nationwide workforce shortage is multi-faceted, with affordable employee housing an important part of the mix. House Bill 2407, sponsored by Rep. Greg Sharpe (R-Ewing), seeks […]

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HB 1488 passed by The Missouri House

Missouri Chamber applauds House passage of child care tax credits

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Workers, companies, state’s economy in position to benefit from child care legislation JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A lack of available and affordable child care options has proven costly for Missouri […]

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