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Economic Development Legislation Contemplates Local Employers’ Growth Strategies

Economic Development Legislation Contemplates Local Employers’ Growth Strategies

HB 1101 / Chamber Supports Indiana’s economic success has long depended on strong regional collaboration paired with clear statewide direction. In 2025, Governor Braun reinforced that approach through an executive order calling for a more regionally driven, outcomes-focused model of economic development – one that aligns local strategies with state priorities while improving transparency and accountability. Over the summer, [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-13T11:19:22-05:00January 13th, 2026|

Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Championship Match Set

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber’s fifth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament field of 49 entrants has been trimmed all the way down to two as fifth round voting has concluded, and the championship round qualifiers have been announced today. In the semifinal round, Elkhart Brass Manufacturing bested Indianapolis-based Goulding and Wood Pipe Organ Builders and Shipshewana-based Stone Horses defeated defending champion [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-13T10:10:26-05:00January 13th, 2026|

Tax Conformity in Spotlight for Early Session Activity

Tax Conformity in Spotlight for Early Session Activity

Flag of Indiana sticking in a variety of american banknotes.(series) SB 212 / Chamber Supports Last week, the Senate Tax & Fiscal Policy Committee heard Senate Bill 212, the General Assembly’s tax conformity bill aimed at providing clarity for the 2025 filing season. Senate Bill 212 makes targeted updates to Indiana’s Internal Revenue Code reference to conform [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-12T14:24:43-05:00January 12th, 2026|

2026 Will Be Fast But Impactful Legislative Session

2026 Will Be Fast But Impactful Legislative Session

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrkMs7HUUN0 Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders discusses the Indiana Chamber’s priorities for the 2026 legislative session. Tax conformity, tort reform, childcare and much more are targeted as key goals for the business community. Learn more in our press release online.

Matt Ottinger2026-01-09T12:03:59-05:00January 9th, 2026|

Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Tournament Down to Final Four

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber’s fifth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament field has been trimmed from eight competitors to the final four as fourth round voting has concluded, and the semifinal round qualifiers have been announced today. The four remaining makers are from four cities: Elkhart, Indianapolis, Rising Sun and Shipshewana. The companies making the semifinal round of the 2025-26 Coolest [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-08T13:15:13-05:00January 8th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber Announces 2026 Legislative Priorities

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce today announced its top legislative priorities for the 2026 legislative session. Among the list are addressing barriers to work-based learning opportunities, tort reform to help maintain a business-friendly climate and creating additional childcare options. All of the organization’s goals align with its current visioning plan for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035 (IP35). A survey of [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-13T15:51:20-05:00January 7th, 2026|

Indiana Business Groups Establish Legal Reform Nonprofit

Indiana Business Groups Establish Legal Reform Nonprofit

Several Indiana-based businesses and statewide groups, including the Indiana Chamber, have announced the formation of the Indiana Alliance for Legal Reform, a new legal nonprofit seeking state-level civil and tort law reforms. The Indiana Alliance for Legal Reform has named Stephen M. Wolff, Esq., as executive director and has retained former president pro tempore of the Indiana Senate David [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-05T08:19:35-05:00January 5th, 2026|

Attend the 2026 Chamber Day at the Statehouse

Attend the 2026 Chamber Day at the Statehouse

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6MvVup7IoY&feature=youtu.be Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders previews our upcoming Chamber Day at the Statehouse and Reception and January 26. We’re pleased to partner with the Indiana Chamber Executives Association on this ideal opportunity to connect with legislators, network and hear from leaders in state government. Register for Chamber Day. Register for the Reception.

Matt Ottinger2025-12-21T13:56:15-05:00December 19th, 2025|

Subaru’s Brand Takes Helm as Indiana Chamber Board Chair

New Board Members Added From Around State (INDIANAPOLIS) — A top Hoosier auto executive is the new chair of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Scott Brand, president and COO of Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette, was welcomed during the organization’s recent fall board meeting. Brand, who is the first non-Japanese executive to lead SIA, [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-12-18T08:56:03-05:00December 18th, 2025|

Annual ‘Chamber Day’ Connects Businesses Across the State With Legislators

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Two events next month are set to showcase the breadth and depth of the state’s business community along with the collective strength of local chambers of commerce in supporting the public policy interests of employers. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce will host the 2026 Chamber Day at the Statehouse on January 26 in partnership with the Indiana [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-12-09T10:37:56-05:00December 9th, 2025|

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