SB 132 / Chamber Opposes This week, the Senate passed Senate Bill 132, authored by Sen. Liz Brown (R-Fort Wayne), innocuously titled “Professions and Professional Services.” However, this bill contained a provision regarding assignment of benefits (AOB) for dentists that runs contrary to the Chamber’s longstanding position opposing such legislation. The Chamber testified in opposition to the dental AOB provisions [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is showing the business community’s alignment with legislative leaders and Governor Holcomb on two key outcomes this legislative session that could have a significant positive impact on the future and current workforce. Jason Bearce, the Indiana Chamber’s vice president of education and workforce development, testified today on Senate bills pivotal in the [...]
On List: Enhancing Childcare and Career Readiness (INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce unveiled its upcoming priorities at the 2024 Indiana Legislative Preview today. A panel discussion featuring General Assembly caucus leaders from both parties headlined the event. “Enhancing our talent pipeline remains a critical focus,” says Indiana Chamber President and CEO-elect Vanessa Green Sinders. "We look forward to [...]
The Interim Commerce and Economic Development Committee met to discuss artificial intelligence (AI) last week. Specifically, the goal was to learn more about what it is, the current federal and state regulation, risks and challenges facing Hoosiers, and opportunities for AI utilization in existing industries, jobs and the provision of government. The committee, chaired by Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville), [...]
United States Capitol Building in Washington DC On behalf of our member companies, I travelled to Washington, D.C. earlier this month to meet with the majority of Indiana's congressional delegation: Sen. Mike Braun (R) and Reps. Jim Baird (R), Jim Banks (R), Larry Bucshon (R), Erin Houchin (R), Frank Mrvan (D), Greg Pence (R) and Rudy Yakym (R). I also had [...]
(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 [...]
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 [...]
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