March 16, 2023
Lawmakers return to work on Monday after their annual spring break. The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s governmental affairs team will be in the Capitol for long hours over […]
March 10, 2023
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 […]
March 10, 2023
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 […]
March 10, 2023
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 […]
March 03, 2023
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 […]
March 03, 2023
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, […]
March 03, 2023
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 […]
March 02, 2023
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 […]
February 28, 2023
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 […]
February 23, 2023
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 […]
February 23, 2023
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 […]
February 22, 2023
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 […]
February 22, 2023
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 […]
February 22, 2023
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 […]
February 17, 2023
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 […]
February 17, 2023
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 […]
February 09, 2023
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. […]
February 08, 2023
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 […]
February 07, 2023
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 […]
February 07, 2023
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 […]
February 07, 2023
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 […]
February 07, 2023
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 […]
February 03, 2023
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 […]
February 03, 2023
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 […]
