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- Climate Change
10 Ways Communities, Businesses, and Families Can Improve ResilienceWith the severity and costs of natural disasters growing, it's essential for governments, businesses, and households to invest in disaster resilience for communities to prosper and be better protected.
By Lindsay Cates
- Small Business
From Main Street: Pro-growth Tax Policy Is Vital for Small Business
By Rachel Ledbetter - Small Business
Small Business Outlook: Tech Innovation Fuels Small Business Growth
By Thomas M. Sullivan
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- Economy
How Businesses Fuel Back-to-School for American Families
By Nicholas Molinari
- Antitrust
A Significant Win in Fight against FTC Micromanagement'A sweeping prohibition of noncompete agreements by the FTC was an unlawful extension of power that would have put American workers, businesses, and our economy at a competitive disadvantage,' President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark said as the Chamber scored a major legal victory.
By Sean Heather
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- Americans Deserve a Transparent and Accountable FTCThe Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent actions are alarming and pose a serious threat to our economy.Learn More
- Brought to You by American BusinessAmerica’s businesses are working together – serving, innovating, and connecting – to deliver unforgettable moments and experiences during important moments throughout the year.Learn More
- America Works InitiativeWe are calling on elected officials and the federal and state level to take immediate action to help address this national economic crisis.Learn More
- Protect Main Street LendingStand with us to ensure your local businesses can access the resources they need to thrive.Learn More
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Upcoming Events
- TechnologyTechnology Leadership SummitWednesday, September 2508:30 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDTNational Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20045Learn More
- Climate ChangeThe Economic Benefits of Investing in Climate ResilienceThursday, September 2601:00 PM EDT - 02:00 PM EDTVirtualLearn More
- Small BusinessCO—100 Small Business Forum and AwardsTuesday, October 0812:00 PM EDT - 09:00 PM EDTVirtualLearn More
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- TechnologyInformation and news for businesses about the latest advances in technology.Learn More
- WorkforceInformation on how businesses can adapt their workforce development and management strategies to deal with the changing labor market.Learn More
- Supply ChainInformation and news about the latest developments in the global supply chain.Learn More
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue issued the following statement today in response to the decision by Judge Mazzant in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas to grant the motion brought by the U.S. Chamber and other business groups to invalidate the Obama administration’s overtime rule:
The Fight for $15 appears to be getting ready for a new round of protests...
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today took an important step toward strengthening the voice of the business community in the political debate by announcing the hiring of Sara Armstrong as vice president, political affairs and federation relations. Armstrong will join Chamber veterans Scott Reed and Rob Engstrom as the Chamber prepares for the 2018 elections.
The U.S. labor market is turning the page to the last chapter of recovery from the recession ending over eight years prior.
The waning days of summer mean it’s the second-most wonderful time of the year for retail sales: the back to school shopping season. Millions of families are scouring the internet and hitting the malls to find everything from electronics to edgy new clothing while seeking ways to stretch their dollars. However, the best deals may be threats in disguise in the form of counterfeit goods.
Reviewing and respecting the lessons from the last major tax reform over thirty years ago illuminates the road ahead.
Earlier this year, the Secretary of Energy requested a report from the Department examining the nation’s electricity grid. After months of speculation, rampant rumors, leaked drafts, and grossly premature prognostications, the Department of Energy (DOE) this week released a report very much reflective of what the DOE does best: crunch data and numbers, analyze what they mean, and make apolitical policy recommendations based upon facts.
DOD must improve the way it does business. Times have changed since the 1980s.
The most under-reported story about the Trump administration is what’s being done on regulations.
With school starting back up, this is a good time to think about how we train and equip our students for success.