CATEGORY Chamber & Capitol News | Missouri Chamber of Commerce

We’re hiring – President/CEO

August 21, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is seeking a highly qualified and dynamic professional to fill the position of President/CEO. This leadership role is integral to the organization’s success. […]

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Free on-site safety consultations available through state program

August 16, 2024

Is your business worried about workplace safety? Are you concerned about hefty fines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)? Administered by the Division of Labor Standards in the […]

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Federal court strikes down business mandate on Missouri’s financial firms

August 16, 2024

A federal court in Missouri struck down two rules that placed additional regulatory burden on the state’s financial institutions. On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the court ruled in favor of […]

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Employers encouraged to stay up to date on labor laws after recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling

August 15, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court recently cut back sharply on the power of federal agencies to interpret the laws they administer and ruled that courts should rely on their own interpretation […]

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Strong slate of pro-jobs candidates emerges from primary election

August 07, 2024

Of the 20 candidates endorsed by the Missouri Chamber PAC in the August 6 primary election, 70% will represent their party in the upcoming general election, including Mike Kehoe for […]

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Kurtis Gregory will empower Missouri job creators

July 29, 2024

Rep. Kurtis Gregory has a history of winning for Missouri families, and he will continue to fight and win in the Missouri State Senate. As a fourth generation family farmer, […]

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Missouri Chamber names interim president and CEO

July 15, 2024

Kara Corches will serve as the interim president and CEO of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the state’s largest and most powerful business association. The Missouri Chamber Board […]

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Missouri Chamber President and CEO announces retirement

July 15, 2024

Daniel P. Mehan has announced his retirement from his role as president and CEO of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry after nearly three decades at the helm of […]

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Gov. Parson signs pro-business bills into law

July 11, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry applauds Gov. Mike Parson for signing several pro-business bills that the Missouri General Assembly sent to his desk during the 2024 legislative session. […]

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New funding opportunity for early-stage entrepreneurs

July 11, 2024

The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) is launching a new pilot program called Proof of Concept for early-stage entrepreneurs developing innovative products. Proof of Concept offers $25,000-$50,000 equity investments to companies […]

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Missouri Chamber PAC announces August 6 primary election endorsements

July 09, 2024

The Missouri Chamber PAC announced its support of 18 candidates for seats in the Missouri General Assembly ahead of the primary election on August 6, 2024. The endorsed candidates are: […]

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Job analysis is crucial for employees to understand their role in a business

July 01, 2024

A recent survey by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) found that 70% of HR professionals think unclear job roles cause confusion and inefficiency at work. The report concluded […]

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Missouri Chamber applauds Gov. Parson as he signs pro-business budget

June 29, 2024

On June 28, Gov. Mike Parson signed a roughly $50.5 billion budget which funds many key business priorities backed by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, including: “This year’s […]

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Missouri Chamber PAC endorses Lincoln Hough for lieutenant governor

June 26, 2024

The Missouri Chamber Political Action Committee announced its support of Sen. Lincoln Hough for Missouri Lieutenant Governor. “Sen. Lincoln Hough has been at the center of Missouri’s efforts to grow […]

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Action needed to stop small business tax hike

June 20, 2024

Small business owners will face a large tax increase if Congress does not act by the end of next year. According to the National Federation of Independent Business, three out […]

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Officials break ground on historic I-70 expansion

June 13, 2024

State leaders broke ground on a transformative project that will expand I-70 to three lanes and further position Missouri as a national – and global – logistics leader. On June […]

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Missouri Chamber urges Gov. Parson to sign pro-business bills

June 06, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has written to Gov. Mike Parson to formally request his signature on several pro-business bills that the Missouri General Assembly sent to his desk […]

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New partnership will provide thousands of Missourians with access to a Health Payment Account

May 31, 2024

Starting on June 1, Missourians who participate in the Chamber Benefit Plan will be able to utilize a new benefit called a Health Payment Account (HPA). Created by Paytient— a […]

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Apply for intern and apprentice tax credits

May 24, 2024

A preliminary application process will open on July 1 for a new tax credit program aimed at incentivizing businesses to grow the number of interns or apprentices they employ. The […]

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Legislative dysfunction is bad for business

May 17, 2024

Political chaos stalls key business priorities during Missouri’s 2024 legislative session, harming employers and families. Legislation to address Missouri’s child care crisis and improve our state’s legal climate failed to […]

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Workforce training, I-44 expansion among business priorities included in state budget

May 10, 2024

The Missouri General Assembly has passed a spending plan which includes funding for many key business priorities backed by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, including money to expand […]

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Missouri Chamber applauds Senate on renewal of FRA program

May 10, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry commends members of the Senate for passing SB 748, legislation that plays an essential role in Missouri’s economic health by keeping the state’s […]

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Missouri Chamber supports legislation to reform class action lawsuit process

May 09, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a tort reform bill that would simplify the rules surrounding class action lawsuits. SB 1509, sponsored by Sen. Curtis Trent (R-Springfield), […]

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Leadership Missouri announces 2024 class

May 08, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has selected 26 leaders from across the state to participate in the Leadership Missouri program. Founded in 1990, Leadership Missouri identifies current and […]

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