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Child care tax credit package moves forward in Senate

March 15, 2024

This week, the Senate Governmental Accountability Committee passed an innovative legislative package that would increase the capacity of child care providers and help businesses offer child care benefits to support […]

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Missouri Chamber supports tax credits for critical mineral mining

March 15, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a bill that would help spur economic development and decrease U.S. dependence on foreign microchip and energy production. HB 1834, sponsored […]

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Fast Track modification would help more adults train for high-demand jobs

March 15, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a modification to the state’s Fast Track program which would help more adults get a college education or advanced job training. […]

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Missouri Chamber supports improvements to popular tax credit program

March 15, 2024

A popular tax credit program that aims to bring more jobs to the state could be improved under a bill supported by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry. A […]

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Missouri Chamber supports effort to recruit doctors to rural counties

March 08, 2024

When Rep. Herman Morse (R-Dexter) moved to Dexter in 1976, physicians were an essential part of the southeast Missouri community. “Dexter, a town of now about 8,000, had at least […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes interference in non-compete agreements

March 08, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is opposing legislation that would restrict employers’ ability to protect themselves through non-compete agreements. On March 4, the House Special Committee on Small […]

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Missouri Chamber urges lawmakers to extend teacher externship program

March 08, 2024

Missouri teachers would continue to participate in hands-on learning and take that knowledge back to their students under a bill recently heard in a House committee. This week, the House […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes costly anti-DEI legislation

March 01, 2024

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

March 01, 2024

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

March 01, 2024

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 supports effort to drive new business creation

February 23, 2024

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

February 23, 2024

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

February 23, 2024

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

February 23, 2024

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

February 23, 2024

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

February 23, 2024

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

February 16, 2024

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

February 16, 2024

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

February 09, 2024

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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Missouri Chamber, members support engineering degree tax credits

February 09, 2024

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

February 09, 2024

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

February 09, 2024

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    

February 09, 2024

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

February 09, 2024

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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