(INDIANAPOLIS) —Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders comments on Gov. Mike Braun’s first State of the State address:
“It’s so advantageous for Indiana to have a successful business leader as the state’s chief executive, looking for efficiencies, being bold and seizing opportunities. That mindset by Gov. Braun and his administration will better position the state to be more competitive and for businesses and Hoosiers to prosper.
“We agree with the Governor that big ideas and collaboration are needed. Two of his agenda items are prime examples of both. The Hoosier Workforce Investment Tax Credit would serve as a big catalyst for businesses to invest in the development of their workers and for those individuals to then earn higher wages. Establishing the Office of Entrepreneurship would allow the state to facilitate much more entrepreneurial activity and emphasize its commitment to small businesses.
“Governor Braun is right to recognize that rising property taxes are placing a burden on homeowners and businesses alike. As action is being considered, the Indiana Chamber encourages the administration and Legislature to prioritize transparent reforms that balance relief for all taxpayers with the need for strong, sustainable communities.
“We look forward to working with the Governor and lawmakers on these issues and a variety of policies to make the state a place where even more people want to live and work.”
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The Indiana Chamber partners with 25,000 members and investors – representing over four million Hoosiers – to achieve the mission of “cultivating a world-class environment which provides economic opportunity and prosperity.”
