Chamber & Capitol News

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

Missouri’s minimum wage is about to increase

December 30, 2019

The new year will bring a higher cost of doing businesses for many employers across Missouri. On Jan. 1, 2020, the state’s minimum wage will rise to $9.45. The increase […]

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Transportation infrastructure remains a deep concern for Missouri business community

December 10, 2019

As a central state, Missouri’s economy is dependent on our connections. We are fortunate to have a well- developed network of highways, rail hubs and river ports that facilitate our […]

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Businesses want a Missouri solution to rising health care costs

December 10, 2019

By now, business leaders have long been conditioned to expect shocking health benefit rate increases on an annual basis. Rising prices impact every company that offers health insurance benefits, with […]

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Let’s get to work on workforce

December 10, 2019

With the 2020 Legislative Session just around the corner, the Missouri Chamber and policymakers are rolling up their sleeves to continue tackling Missouri employers’ #1 concern — workforce. In 2015, […]

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It’s time to reform Missouri’s job-crushing legal climate

December 10, 2019

For most businesses, their state’s legal climate is rarely an acute concern — until they are sued. Getting sued is an especially big problem for businesses in Missouri, which happens […]

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30th Leadership Missouri class to convene in 2020

December 04, 2019

Leadership Missouri is preparing to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2020. The program, founded by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 1990, identifies current and emerging leaders, enhances […]

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Mourning Dennis Vinson

December 03, 2019

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is incredibly saddened to learn about the passing of Dennis Vinson. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Dennis’ wife, Joy, and his family, […]

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As Missouri struggles with poor legal climate, Missouri Chamber provides tool to track trial attorney political contributions

November 21, 2019

Which candidates are benefitting from the millions of dollars trial lawyers are pouring into Missouri elections each cycle? Which trial attorneys are spending the most? The Missouri Chamber of Commerce […]

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2019 Missouri Business Awards

November 18, 2019

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry brought the annual Missouri Business Awards to St. Louis on Thursday, Nov. 14. The event, held at Busch Stadium, honored Missouri’s strongest leaders […]

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