Senate committee hears new business mandate and “Blair’s Law”
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently testified against legislation regarding the liability of businesses prohibiting firearms on their premises. SB 225, sponsored by Sen. Nick Schroer (R-O’Fallon), says […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber testifies in favor of business covenant legislation
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently testified in favor of legislation that deals with the sale of businesses. SB 367 is sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville). Sen. Luetkemeyer […]
Read moreAngel Investment Incentive Act would fuel entrepreneurship in Missouri
/Missouri lawmakers are considering a bill that would encourage private investment in companies looking to start and locate in Missouri. Senate Bill 413, sponsored by Sen. Denny Hoskins (R-Warrensburg), creates […]
Read moreSenate committee hears testimony on child care legislative package supported by Missouri Chamber
/A Missouri Senate committee recently heard testimony on an innovative legislative package which would increase the capacity of child care providers and help businesses offer child care benefits to support […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber supporting legislation on constructing electric transmission facilities
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports legislation that would encourage the use of in-state companies for the construction of new electric transmission lines in Missouri. House Bill 992, […]
Read moreSenate committee hears crime bill supported by Missouri Chamber
/At the beginning of February, the Missouri House passed HB 301 which has several provisions to address the multi-faceted and complex issue of rising crime in the state. The legislation […]
Read moreWe’re hiring – Director of Workforce/Grant Administrator
/The Director of Workforce is responsible for developing, managing and maintaining industry-driven workforce development programs and partnerships, with a specific focus on connecting underserved communities with job training and employment. The […]
Read moreMember Feature: Crawford, Murphy & Tilly announces change in leadership
/The following news was shared by Missouri Chamber member company Crawford, Murphy & Tilly. Have a story to share? Contact Jeff Haldiman at jhaldiman@mochamber.com. A longtime member of the Missouri […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber pushes back against anti-business vaccine bills
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has renewed its fight against government overreach as lawmakers work to advance legislation to mandate workplace vaccination policies. This week, the Missouri Chamber […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber applauds House members on passage of key workforce bill
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry praised House lawmakers on the passage of House Bill 417, legislation that provides an important tool to help build and retain a skilled […]
Read moreMissouri pro sports teams join casinos in support of legalizing sports betting
/Many of Missouri’s neighboring states, and 36 states overall, have legalized sports betting. Supporters say gambling can add to the excitement of sports, with state-sanctioned wagering creating a regulated experience […]
Read moreLegislators look to grow number of internships and apprenticeships in Missouri
/Missouri lawmakers are considering a bill that would offer businesses an incentive to create new internship and apprenticeship opportunities. HB 1038, sponsored by Rep. Brad Christ (R-St. Louis County), creates […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber strongly supports child care legislative package
/A study done last year found that Missouri’s economy loses out on $1.35 billion annually because of child care issues. With this in mind, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber supports extension of employee ownership tax deduction
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is urging lawmakers to renew legislation that helps companies become employee-owned. This week, the Senate Economic Development and Tax Policy Committee heard testimony […]
Read moreMissouri lawmakers consider expungement bill to help reduce recidivism
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is supporting lawmakers’ efforts to reduce recidivism and make it easier to have a criminal record expunged. On Feb. 13, 2023, the Senate […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber applauds House on passage of crime bill
/The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry praised House lawmakers on the passage of HB 301, legislation with several provisions to address the multi-faceted and complex issue of rising crime. […]
Read moreLawmakers look to ensure Missouri’s energy industry has necessary workforce
/Missouri legislators are considering a plan to support the training and education of the next generation of utility workers. On Feb. 7, 2023, the Senate Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber supports cybersecurity grant legislation
/The threat of cyberattacks on business is more severe today than ever before. With this in mind, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is in strong support of HB […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber, Pennsylvania Chamber to swap beer, barbeque and other home state foods in friendly Super Bowl wager
/The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will meet each other next weekend during Super Bowl LVII in Arizona, and a friendly wager placed between the Missouri Chamber of […]
Read moreMissouri Chamber opposes wage range requirement legislation for businesses
/Saying this would add another layer of burden for businesses to go through when trying to hire new employees, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is opposing a bill […]
Read moreUkrainian President addresses state chamber executives
/Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry President and CEO Dan Mehan and state chamber executives from around the U.S. were briefed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the current situation […]
Read moreErdman appointed to the Missouri Highway Commission
/Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board of Directors member Warren Erdman was appointed this week to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. Erdman’s appointment was approved by the Missouri […]
Read moreHouse lawmakers take first step toward tackling rising crime
/The Missouri House Committee on Crime Prevention and Public Safety has approved HB 301, legislation with several provisions to address the multi-faceted and complex issue of rising crime. The bill […]
Read moreShow MO Act could mean more movies shot in Missouri
/Some legislators are hoping to make Missouri a destination for film and concert production. This week, the Senate Economic Development and Tax Policy Committee held a public hearing on several […]
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