Chamber & Capitol News

Stay up-to-date on the latest news from the Missouri Chamber and the capitol.

Vaccinating your workforce

December 16, 2020

This document shall not be construed as legal advice. For answers specific to your situation, you should consult an attorney. This document provides general guidance regarding considerations employers can be […]

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Health care workers to receive Pfizer’s vaccine starting this week

December 14, 2020

Missouri’s first COVID-19 vaccinations are expected to happen this week as the federal government has given the green light to a vaccine developed by Pfizer. The FDA is allowing the […]

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CDC updates guidance on quarantine length, testing, travel

December 04, 2020

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to recommend a 14-day quarantine period for exposed “close contacts” of someone who has COVID-19. However, the agency announced two “acceptable […]

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State of Missouri issues public health warning

November 24, 2020

The State of Missouri has issued a Public Health Warning regarding COVID-19, which includes an advisory for businesses. The warning states that Missouri officials continue to take a balanced approach, […]

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Pigs fly! Midwest Cargo Hub Commission & State of Missouri Announce Global Livestock Hub at STL-Lambert

November 12, 2020

A shipment of breeding pigs from Henderson, TN took off for Sao Paulo, Brazil yesterday afternoon, representing the first load to utilize the Livestock Export and Inspection Facility (LEIF) at […]

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Leading the apprenticeship revolution

November 11, 2020

Workforce remains a vital concern for employers across Missouri. As the state seeks to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s clear that more must be done to help workers upgrade […]

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Missouri voters pass Amendment 3, end radical redistricting effort

November 04, 2020

An effort to give Missouri voters a final say on how legislative districts are drawn was successful on election night as voters chose to end a radical redistricting experiment that […]

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US Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia, tech employers tout apprenticeship expansion

October 30, 2020

Apprenticeships are booming in Missouri as a vital tool to help build a strong workforce while preparing displaced and underemployed workers for hard-to-fill tech jobs. Missouri employers shared this message […]

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Amendment 3

October 21, 2020

On November 3, Missouri voters will have the final say in how state legislative districts will be drawn. Amendment 3 asks Missouri voters three questions: Whether most lobbyist gifts to […]

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