Chamber & Capitol News

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

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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Missouri Chamber applauds House passage of child care tax credits

February 08, 2024

Workers, companies, state’s economy in position to benefit from child care legislation JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A lack of available and affordable child care options has proven costly for Missouri […]

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Missouri Chamber opposes e-verify mandate on all businesses

February 02, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry led the opposition this week to a new business mandate proposed in HB 2489, sponsored by Rep. Jim Murphy (R-St. Louis County). The […]

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Missouri Chamber supports crime reduction initiatives

February 02, 2024

In the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s annual CEO poll, 90% of business leaders said they are concerned with public safety and 70% believe crime is hurting the state’s […]

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Missouri Chamber supports Gov. Parson’s top priorities

January 26, 2024

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson delivered his final State of the State address this week, with many of his top priorities aligning with the goals of the business community as outlined […]

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Expungement bill to help reduce recidivism under consideration 

January 26, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is supporting lawmakers’ efforts to reduce recidivism and make it easier to have a criminal record expunged. The Senate Judiciary and Civil and […]

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Tax credits vital to redevelopment projects

January 26, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry testified in favor of two tax credits that can be economic drivers for downtown and historic preservation projects. Both bills were introduced this […]

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Sports wagering bill garners widespread support again

January 26, 2024

Several legislators have resumed their efforts to have Missouri join nearly 40 other states in legalizing sports betting in 2024, with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry among a […]

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Missouri Chamber backs crime prevention legislation

January 19, 2024

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry strongly endorses comprehensive legislation to address public safety in the state. House Bill 1659 is sponsored by Rep. Lane Roberts (R-Joplin), chair of […]

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