The Indiana Chamber submitted written testimony to the Indiana General Assembly’s Health Care Cost Oversight Task Force last week. This group was created by House Enrolled Act 1004 during the 2023 legislative session and is chaired by Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown). Its goal is to ensure that any reduction in health care costs "ultimately reaches the health care payer.” [...]
We owe a lot to the construction workers worldwide that build our homes and structures and do the hard work so we can enjoy our lives just a bit more. Construction is a vital industry, but it’s not easy, and while the hard work and demanding projects can be rewarding, an improper work/life balance can also negatively impact mental [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Employers looking to improve the health and productivity of their workers are encouraged to send representatives to the 2023 Indiana Wellness Summit on September 13-14 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. The two-day summit is a partnership between the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) and brings together Hoosier health and wellness professionals to [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — The 2023 session of the Indiana General Assembly has reached its midpoint, and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce says it’s pleased with the overall focus of legislators and where things currently stand. Kevin Brinegar, the organization’s president and CEO, provides his analysis of the activity as it relates to key legislation impacting the business community and its [...]
Senate Bill 1, authored by Sen. Michael Crider (R-Greenfield), passed unanimously out of the Indiana Senate last week. This bill helps address an important issue for Hoosier businesses. (Representative Ann Vermilion (R-Marion) is carrying the legislation in the House.) Mental health concerns cost Indiana employers $885 million annually in lost productivity and they cost the state $708 million per [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Workplace safety doesn’t happen by accident. It requires planning and teamwork from people at all levels of an organization. The state’s largest safety and health event takes place later this month and can help businesses mitigate risks, improve safety and stay current on key issues. The 2023 Indiana Safety and Health Conference & Expo on February 27-March [...]
Mental health is a key area of focus at the Statehouse. For many years, Sen. Michael Crider (R-Greenfield) has been a champion of this legislation. In 2023, his Senate Bill 1 codifies the structure of the Indiana Behavioral Health Commission going forward, makes an appropriation to fund certified community behavioral health clinics and requires the Division of Mental Health [...]
The Indiana Workforce Mental Health Survey is underway, and we encourage all Hoosier employers to take the time to complete it. This survey is a key component in the Wellness Council of Indiana and Indiana Chamber being able to provide the best possible assistance to businesses. The online survey will assess business perceptions, attitudes, knowledge and current practices as [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Improving Indiana’s health and wellness culture starts with organizations and communities making it a priority. The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) is pleased to recognize nine organizations across the state that have qualified for its AchieveWELL designation – and two communities for their ongoing wellness efforts. AchieveWELL is the Wellness Council of Indiana’s workplace wellness assessment, evaluation [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Well-being extends far beyond just how people feel and impacts every workplace. According to Gallup, “it affects the number of sick days employees take, their job performance, burnout and likelihood of leaving (their) organization.” The 2022 Indiana Wellness Summit, held September 21-22 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis, will offer ways to prioritize employee well-being. [...]
