(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce has released its 39th annual report scoring state legislators on how they voted on important business legislation in the recent General Assembly session. The overall marks are slightly higher than last year – ranging from 44% to 93%. “The Legislative Vote Analysis serves as an essential guide in keeping track of Hoosier legislators to ensure [...]
Occupational licensing reform is a long-standing policy concern for the Indiana Chamber. This year, two bills passed that have the potential to reduce barriers to entry into the workforce for tens – if not hundreds – of thousands of licensed professionals in the years to come. First, House Bill 1343, authored by Rep. Jake Teshka (R-South Bend) and sponsored [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — The 2023 Indiana General Assembly session saw big policy wins for the state’s economic development efforts, employers and the Hoosier workforce and talent pipeline, says Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar. To tout those “big scores,” the state’s largest small business advocacy organization has just issued its Top 12 list of most impactful new [...]
(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 [...]
They say, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” Certified Technology Parks (CTPs) are once again asking the General Assembly for help in ensuring their long-term viability. Senate Bill 271, authored by Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon), resembles bills we’ve seen in previous sessions. Those, however, died at the hands of former House Ways and Means Chairman Tim [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar comments on the 2023 Next Level Agenda announced by Gov. Eric Holcomb this afternoon, praising his emphasis on areas most impactful to the state. “The Governor’s agenda is appropriately focused on the economic well-being and health of our citizens, our communities and our state,” Brinegar shares. “His budget priorities [...]
On List: Talent Attraction/Retention, Health Care Access, State Energy Plan (INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is pushing for various efforts to help attract and retain talent in its 2023 policy agenda, which was unveiled today at the group’s annual legislative preview. A panel discussion featuring General Assembly caucus leaders from both parties headlined the event. “We hope [...]
With the exception of the Corrections and Criminal Code Committee, most of the interim study committees have not scheduled hearings for this year. This may be in part to the special session. Despite that, one issue that the Chamber will be closely monitoring is the study of Delta-8, Delta-9 and other THC products regarding the potential health benefits, the [...]
The 2022 General Assembly saw the Indiana Chamber loudly champion legislation to aid the business community and oppose legislation that would mandate employer action or hinder growth. Our annual Return on Investment details the specific impact each successful Chamber action had on the bottom line. We also supported legislation to enhance the state’s business tax climate and economic development [...]
November 15, 2021 (INDIANAPOLIS) — Protecting employer decision-making regarding COVID-19 vaccines, expanding quality childcare options and encouraging entrepreneurship highlight the 2022 legislative agenda from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. These priorities were among those unveiled today at the Indiana Chamber’s annual legislative preview in Indianapolis. A panel discussion featuring General Assembly leaders from both parties headlined the event. “We [...]
