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PA Chamber Leads Energy Coalition Letter to Gov. Shapiro, Lawmakers Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The Stop New Energy Taxes coalition, led by the PA Chamber, recently sent a joint letter to Governor Josh Shapiro and members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, calling for legislative action to ensure a robust and reliable energy…

U.S Chamber: Main Street Businesses Face 2025 Tax Hike Threat Source: US Chamber In 2017, Congress passed a permanent reduction to the corporate income tax rate from 35% to 21% as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. To ensure that pass-through businesses like sole proprietorships, partnerships, and S corporations (i.e., the overwhelming majority…

The New Tipping Culture and the Effects on Consumer Behavior & Business New tipping culture prompts questions and confusion about gratuity habits. Tipping opportunities have increased, but readiness to tip has decreased. Inflation and confusion contribute to tipping reluctance. Tipping fatigue negatively affects workers who rely on tips. Businesses can address the issue by educating…

Data Deep Dive: A National Nursing Crisis Source: US Chamber of Commerce To see charts and even more data go to: uschamber.com. The United States is currently grappling with a nursing shortage that is causing a ripple effect of rising healthcare costs and lower quality of life across the country. Lingering nurse burnout from the…

Reach Chamber Members with ChamberPack! Reach 430 of your business peers! ChamberPack will be sent the week of March 4th. Take this opportunity to showcase your business to the entire chamber network by submitting your flyers for inclusion in our upcoming bi-monthly direct mail piece. Gain visibility and reach by sharing your promotions, events, or…

Break the Ice, Break the Stress: Making Remote Meetings Fun Workers love remote work flexibility, but not virtual meetings Making virtual meetings more enjoyable and engaging increases team connection Better meetings come with embracing fun and humorous ice breakers Bosses who use humor are more likable Know your audience and time icebreakers with discretion –…

State Chamber Release Legislative Agenda, Statement on Governor’s Budget Address Harrisburg – Last week, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business & Industry released its 2024 Legislative Agenda, highlighting policy recommendations to improve the Commonwealth’s competitiveness and economic strength.  The PA Chamber has taken positions on responsible state spending, taxes, healthcare, energy and the environment, civil justice,…

2024 Annual Award Nominees The Columbia Montour Chamber is proud to announce the nominations for its 2024 Annual Awards, to be presented at the Annual Meeting and Awards dinner on February 28th at Frosty Valley Resort.   Nominations are in five categories, Non Profit Of the Year, Small and Large Business of the Year, Community Progress…