What Employers Need to Know About ‘Safe Harbor’ Compliance
As part of the 2026 legislative session, Senate Enrolled Act 76 introduced a new enforcement framework tied to the employment of unauthorized individuals. While much of the discussion during session focused on enforcement authority, an equally important – if not more practical – component for Indiana employers is the law’s “safe harbor” provision. In short, SEA 76 provides that employers may avoid enforcement action if they can demonstrate compliance with “industry best practices” in [...]
Governor’s Childcare Announcement a Game Changer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8yC_u0YKhM Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders discusses Governor Braun’s announcement this week to invest $200 million to expand affordable childcare via Child Care and Development Fund vouchers, noting this will be quite impactful for Hoosiers and Indiana employers.
Compensation Resources for Indiana Chamber Members
Indiana Chamber members have access to a wide variety of resources designed to help Hoosier businesses thrive. We encourage you to utilize these tools and share them with others in your organization to make the most of your membership! Had trouble keeping track of compensation trends lately? Our offerings below can help your company stay competitive, current and compliant in Indiana and beyond. Our membership team is always here to [...]
Webinar to Discuss Supporting Employee Well-Being in Schools
Join the Wellness Council of Indiana and our partner, Marathon Health, on April 16 for a live panel discussion exploring how K-12 schools and districts are supporting employee well-being and strengthening their workforce. As school systems navigate rising healthcare costs, workforce shortages and increasing demands on educators and staff, many districts are exploring new strategies to better support employee health and well-being. From wellness initiatives and benefit design to expanded healthcare access models, including [...]
Chamber Names ‘Workforce First Employers’ Leading the Future of Talent Development
The Indiana Chamber and its Institute for Workforce Excellence (IWE) recently announced the initial companies to earn our new Workforce First Employer designation, a recognition of Indiana organizations that are setting a higher standard for talent development and delivering measurable, high-impact workforce practices. The first group of honorees are Cimtech from New Albany, The Garrett Companies and George E. Booth Co., both of Greenwood, and Soulful Kitchen in South Bend. “The Workforce First Employer [...]
