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Natural Gas is Foundational to Indiana’s Future

The following is a guest post from our partners at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce:  Natural gas bolsters U.S. energy security by reducing our reliance on foreign energy. Today, rather than being relying on imports from unstable parts of the world, we use homegrown energy to meet our domestic needs. Natural gas also provides our allies with critically needed [...]

2024-05-06T11:37:27-04:00May 6th, 2024|

Tax Relief Package Stalls in U.S. Senate

Tax Day has come and gone, but it was the U.S. Senate that gave itself another extension on the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 (H.R. 7024). The Chamber previously sent a letter to Indiana's congressional delegation and continues to advocate for the bill's passage with senators. The bill has been introduced but remains [...]

2024-04-22T13:02:38-04:00April 22nd, 2024|

FREE Recovery at Work Resources for Employers, Job Seekers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHuhbWZhAfw&t=6s Individuals recovering from addiction or with prior justice involvement – or facing mental health challenges in general – can access new, detailed resources at no charge from the Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) (in partnership with Mental Health of America Indiana and the Indiana Department of Health) to help them maintain their current employment or re-enter the workforce. [...]

2024-04-05T13:38:48-04:00April 5th, 2024|

Hoosier Health and Well-Being Champion Awards Nominations Open!

The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) is excited to announce its 2024 Hoosier Health and Well-Being Champion Awards! The WCI will honor two individuals, one in the workplace/corporation sector and one from the community sector, whose commitment to improving Hoosier health and well-being deserves to be recognized. Dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles for all Indiana citizens through well-being, the [...]

2024-04-01T14:41:39-04:00April 1st, 2024|

Indiana Chamber Comments on the Passing of Sen. Jean Breaux

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Taxation and Public Finance David Ober comments on the passing of Sen. Jean Breaux. “We are very sad to hear of Sen. Breaux’s passing today," he shares. "During her more than 15 years in the Indiana General Assembly, what shone through was her kindness and commitment to her constituents and [...]

2024-03-20T16:54:09-04:00March 20th, 2024|

New Resources for Hoosiers in Recovery, Re-Entering Workforce and Employers on Overcoming Stigmas

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Individuals recovering from addiction or with prior justice involvement – or facing mental health challenges in general – can access new, detailed resources at no charge from the Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) to help them maintain their current employment or re-enter the workforce. The organization also has support for employers with the latest best practice tools [...]

2024-03-18T12:28:36-04:00March 18th, 2024|

Embrace the Dark: Get Ready for the 2024 Solar Eclipse

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzicydvUPlA&t=91s The Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have compiled some helpful resources to help Hoosiers, and visitors, view the upcoming solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The last total solar eclipse in the United States was on August 21, 2017. It was visible from Oregon to South Carolina. Outside of the USA, the [...]

2024-03-21T13:30:17-04:00March 18th, 2024|

Indiana Chamber CEO Explains 2024 Legislative Successes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3L8bQX5ClOQ The Indiana Chamber’s government affairs team overwhelmingly delivered positive outcomes on key legislation in the 2024 General Assembly. Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders highlights the progress made on behalf of the Hoosier business community and workforce. View our 2024 Final Legislative Analysis, scorecard and other policy documents at www.indianachamber.com/policy.

2024-03-18T07:47:51-04:00March 18th, 2024|

2024 Session Included Vital Steps Forward, Defense of Free Enterprise

Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders says the 2024 Indiana General Assembly session, which adjourned Friday night, was successful in advancing key Indiana Chamber priorities – namely those in the workforce development area. “We’re pleased to see the Legislature pass notable bills that help expand childcare options for parents, improve literacy rates of Hoosier students and cultivate [...]

2024-03-11T09:00:51-04:00March 11th, 2024|

Indiana Chamber to Host Environmental Permitting and Reporting Conference

INDIANAPOLIS - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enforces billions of dollars every year in combined federal administrative, civil judicial penalties and criminal fines. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming Environmental Permitting and Reporting Conference, which takes place April 17-18 in downtown Indianapolis or virtually, is designed to help Hoosier companies avoid those penalties. “Our conference will get attendees [...]

2024-03-08T08:14:30-05:00March 8th, 2024|