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UPDATED: Recap, Commentary on House-Passed Budget

The House approved an amended version of the two-year state budget this week on a party-line vote. The House Republicans' budget appropriates approximately $43.3B for fiscal years 2024-2025. For comparison, Governor Holcomb’s proposed budget appropriated $42.9B for the biennium. Both versions of the budget anticipate healthy reserves at or above 10-12%. The Governor’s budget projected a structural surplus of [...]

2023-02-24T12:04:53-05:00February 17th, 2023|

Indiana Chamber on Governor Signing Bill to Reduce Wetlands Protections

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar comments on Gov. Eric Holcomb today signing House Bill 389, repealing the state’s wetlands law: “It’s surprising and very disappointing that the Governor signed a bill that is likely to have negative impacts on Indiana’s water quality, flood control and quality of place factors that the state needs [...]

2021-04-29T17:41:43-04:00April 29th, 2021|

Chamber Day Rewind: Inspiring Message on Inclusion

Presented by Thompson Thrift, the 2021 Chamber Day featured remarks by Gov. Eric Holcomb and a keynote speech by Myra Selby, the first African American to serve as an associate justice on the Indiana Supreme Court (1995-1999). Selby was appointed by the court to chair its commission on race and gender fairness in 1999, which she serves on still [...]

2021-03-16T17:10:19-04:00March 16th, 2021|

Governor, Selby Headline Chamber Day Virtual Event March 16

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Top government officials and state business leaders will come together virtually March 16 for the Indiana Chamber’s annual Chamber Day Event. Presented by Thompson Thrift, Chamber Day will feature remarks by Gov. Eric Holcomb and a keynote speech by Myra Selby, the first African American to serve as an associate justice on the Indiana Supreme Court (1995-1999). [...]

2021-03-02T14:15:27-05:00February 9th, 2021|

Indiana Chamber Announces Talent Development Clearinghouse to Strengthen State’s Workforce

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana’s future vitality is inextricably linked to its success in developing and retaining Hoosier talent, according to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. To help employers enhance the skills of their workforce and help individuals learn about education, training and credentials needed for available jobs and emerging careers, the organization announced plans today for its new Talent Development [...]

2021-01-25T09:12:42-05:00January 25th, 2021|

Indiana Chamber Comments on State’s First Secretary of Education

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce comments on Gov. Eric Holcomb today selecting the state’s first secretary of education, Katie Jenner, who currently serves as his senior education advisor. Jason Bearce, Indiana Chamber vice president of education and workforce development: “The Indiana Chamber has long supported making Indiana’s top education official an appointed position so the Governor has [...]

2020-11-19T11:39:20-05:00November 19th, 2020|

Indiana Chamber on Governor Holcomb’s Equity and Inclusion Plan

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar comments on the Governor’s new equity and inclusion plan for the state: “The plan Governor Holcomb announced today represents a positive step forward for achieving true equity for Hoosiers who have experienced racism and a feeling of being left behind. “The Indiana Chamber vows to continue to pursue policies [...]

2020-08-18T14:23:52-04:00August 18th, 2020|

Why Is Indiana Saying No to Federal Unemployment Insurance Funding?

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana has failed to enact work share legislation multiple times in recent years. Now, with Washington throwing a lifeline to states that failed to act previously, the state is saying no once again – to the program and the federal funds and economic stimulus that comes with it. “Our state government leaders are showing exemplary leadership in [...]

2020-05-15T09:34:28-04:00May 15th, 2020|

Indiana Chamber Applauds Governor’s Roadmap for Reopening State

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar comments on the Governor’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan for reopening the state in the current COVID-19 climate: “What Governor Holcomb outlined today is a thoughtful, comprehensive approach that manages to achieve that delicate balance of recognizing that businesses have to start resuming operations while doing so in [...]

2020-05-01T16:30:06-04:00May 1st, 2020|

Health Care: Governor’s Pregnancy Accommodations Bill Turned Into Study Committee, Passes Senate

SB 342 – Pregnancy Accommodation Authored by Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) The bill as passed out of Senate Family and Children Services Committee did require an employer to provide reasonable employment accommodations for a pregnant employee. It also required the Civil Rights Commission to investigate complaints and attempt to resolve complaints through the use of an administrative law judge. [...]

2020-02-07T14:16:00-05:00February 7th, 2020|