May 08, 2026
As the Missouri General Assembly enters its final week of session, the stakes are high for Missouri employers and job creators. With limited time remaining before adjournment, lawmakers are making […]
April 30, 2026
During National Apprenticeship Week, the Missouri Chamber Foundation is spotlighting its efforts to strengthen the state’s workforce through expanded apprenticeship opportunities. The foundation has invested more than $10 million to […]
April 02, 2026
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry praised House lawmakers on the passage of HB 2409, legislation that will increase access to safe, affordable, high-quality child care. […]
March 27, 2026
This week, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry testified in opposition to a proposed bill that would require businesses to accept cash as a form of payment. HB 3256 […]
March 24, 2026
Missouri led the nation in rate of employment growth last year JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is celebrating continued economic progress across the state, as new […]
March 06, 2026
Missouri lawmakers are considering legislation aimed at keeping the state competitive in attracting major corporate headquarters and the high-quality jobs they bring. SB 1425 is sponsored by Sen. Kurtis Gregory (R-Marshall). Current law […]
March 06, 2026
Senators are considering a bill to help more Missourians move into high-demand careers and fill critical operating positions. The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant, championed by the Missouri Chamber of […]
February 27, 2026
Missouri lawmakers are considering legislation aimed at expanding access to short-term career training programs through federal Workforce Pell Grants. Workforce Pell Grants are a new form of Pell funding designed […]
February 12, 2026
For the past three legislative sessions, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has worked to address Missouri’s ongoing child care shortage through an innovative tax credit proposal designed to […]
February 12, 2026
Lawmakers are considering legislation to strengthen Missouri Works, the state’s primary incentive program for business expansion and job retention. The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which has long championed […]
February 06, 2026
The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports a new workforce development tool aimed at helping Missourians achieve long-term self-sufficiency by better coordinating existing state and community resources. SB 1062, […]
May 02, 2025
The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports a bill to help students train for jobs in high-demand industries across the state. HB 331, sponsored by Rep. Ann Kelley (R-Lamar), […]
March 13, 2025
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 […]
March 13, 2025
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 […]
February 21, 2025
The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports a tax credit package to help Missouri businesses recruit and retain engineers. This week, the Senate Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee […]
October 21, 2024
Workforce is the top issue facing Missouri’s business community, and action is needed to better meet the needs of employers and improve our state’s competitive position. That’s according to a […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
