The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry congratulates Gov. Mike Parson on his inauguration. At a time when our state is facing many challenges, Missouri is fortunate to have a steady, experienced, pro-jobs leader who is passionate in his advocacy for all Missourians. “On behalf of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, I congratulate […]
Read More »Apprenticeships are booming in Missouri. As Missouri businesses continue to search for the skilled workforce they need, more organizations are turning to this time tested — yet suddenly cutting-edge — training tool. Although apprenticeships are commonly associated with skilled trades like construction, today’s apprenticeships exist in nearly every industry — including information technology, manufacturing, health […]
Read More »It’s not hard to see it coming. While Missouri continues to confront the immediate challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, another concern is rising on the horizon: an incoming wave of predatory coronavirus lawsuits. Since March, more than 1,000 COVID-19 lawsuits have been filed against employers across the nation. It’s unclear just how large the wave […]
Read More »Guest column by Michael Train & James Carter As we have witnessed throughout this crisis, beyond the noble efforts of health care workers around the globe, there is yet another category that needs to be celebrated – those who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes in critical manufacturing roles despite many challenging circumstances. These are […]
Read More »There are many challenges ahead as lawmakers begin the 2021 Legislative Session. But one issue should be clear cut: The legislature must immediately act to stop opportunistic COVID-19 lawsuits. Unlike many legal reform issues, this is not a complicated problem to understand. Trial attorneys around the nation are working overtime to turn the COVID-19 crisis […]
Read More »The 2021 Missouri Legislative Session is off to a strong start as Gov. Mike Parson and new House Speaker Rob Vescovo both took time on the opening day to call for protecting employers against frivolous COVID-19 litigation. As the session began, Gov. Parson hosted a press briefing regarding the state’s COVID-19 response. When a reporter […]
Read More »As lawmakers prepare to return to Jefferson City for the 2021 Legislative Session, the Missouri Chamber is releasing its Legislative Agenda to help guide our state’s economic recovery amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Missouri Chamber prepared this agenda with polling and input from more than 500 CEOs and top business leaders from across the state. […]
Read More »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 making. As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across Missouri, employers need to prepare for how they will handle vaccinations among their staff members. Missouri’s vaccination plan […]
Read More »Gov. Mike Parson has signed House Bill 14, providing access to additional federal funds for Missouri, including Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act dollars. “COVID-19 has had an overwhelming impact on our state, but we are already making great progress. This additional funding will be critical as we continue to respond, recover, and […]
Read More »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 vaccinations to begin under an emergency authorization. “Pfizer’s purpose is breakthroughs that change patients’ lives, and in our 171-year history there has never been a […]
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