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Maryland Business Community Responds to Key Bridge Tragedy
News Release Maryland Business Community Responds to Key Bridge Tragedy Mar 26, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The business community in Maryland is deeply saddened by the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge early this morning. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those impacted by this devastating incident. We express our deepest…
Read MoreSay No to Taxing Services: Protecting Maryland’s Businesses and Families
JOINT STATEMENT Say No to Taxing Services: Protecting Maryland’s Businesses and Families Mar 6, 2024 Maryland business organizations oppose sales tax expansion Annapolis, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce, along with a coalition of businesses, local and regional chambers and associations from across the state, strongly opposes House Bill 1515. This legislation, titled “Sales…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber of Commerce Invites Nominations for Board of Directors
News Release Maryland Chamber of Commerce Invites Nominations for Board of Directors Feb 13, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce seeks committed, action-oriented leaders poised to make a tangible impact on Maryland’s business landscape to serve on its distinguished Board of Directors. Nominations are being accepted through March 1, 2024, for the term…
Read MoreCompetitiveness at Risk: Rising Threats and Opportunities for Maryland Business
News Release Competitiveness at Risk: Rising Threats and Opportunities for Maryland Business Feb 6, 2024 Maryland Chamber of Commerce & Maryland Chamber Federation’s Joint Statement on Opposing Detrimental Policies for Business and Advocating for Growth-Stimulating Measures ANNAPOLIS, Md. — On behalf of more than 6,800 Maryland businesses and 30 local and regional chambers and statewide…
Read MoreAnnouncing Maryland Business Outlook 2024 Featuring Keynote Speaker Governor Wes Moore
News Release Announcing Maryland Business Outlook 2024 Featuring Keynote Speaker Governor Wes Moore Jan 31, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Governor Wes Moore will provide keynote remarks at the 2024 Maryland Business Outlook event, taking place on Thursday, February 29, 2024, in Annapolis, Maryland. This annual…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Growth: Meet the State 2024 Features Top Leaders and Policy Discussions
News Release Charting Maryland’s Economic Growth: Meet the State 2024 Features Top Leaders and Policy Discussions Jan 15, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share the final lineup of speakers and policy panels for the sold out Meet the State 2024 — an exclusive early-session gathering that will delve…
Read MoreMaryland Family Network and Maryland Chamber of Commerce Urge Action on Childcare Access & Affordability
News Release Maryland Family Network and Maryland Chamber of Commerce Urge Action on Childcare Access & Affordability Dec 14, 2023 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce and Maryland Family Network express grave concern that the lack of accessible, affordable quality childcare is deeply impacting Maryland employers, families and the state’s economy.  On behalf…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Applauds Selection of Greenbelt for New FBI Headquarters
News Release Maryland Chamber Applauds Selection of Greenbelt for New FBI Headquarters Nov 9, 2023 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce applauds the recent announcement that Greenbelt, Md. has been selected as the site for the new FBI Headquarters. This is an enormous win for the state of Maryland and will provide significant…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber of Commerce Pushes for Long-Term Transportation Funding Solutions
News Release Maryland Chamber of Commerce Pushes for Long-Term Transportation Funding Solutions Jun 29, 2023 Annapolis, Md. — On July 1, Maryland’s tax on gasoline will increase from 42.7 cents to 47 cents per gallon and the state’s tax on diesel will increase from 43.5 cents to 47.5 cents per gallon. The gas tax generates…
Read MorePrince George’s County 7th Grader wins 2023 National Civics Bee for Maryland
News Release Prince George’s County 7th Grader wins 2023 National Civics Bee for Maryland Jun 21, 2023 Annapolis, Md. — On Saturday, June 17, the Maryland Chamber Foundation hosted the 2nd annual National Civics Bee, sponsored in Maryland by Amazon, at Coppin State University. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of…
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