STATE TO MAIN
July 22, 2022
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Good Morning -
Legislators have returned home to their districts for the summer, but that doesn’t mean the Vermont Chamber advocacy team’s work is done. This summer, we’re hitting the road to visit businesses and learn more about the top issues they’re facing. This is crucial to developing our legislative agenda for the 2023 session. We’re excited about the impact that this work will have on our lobbying efforts long-term and hope to connect with you this summer to help us inform our advocacy work.
We would love to add your business to our summer schedule. Please reach out to Amelia Seman to schedule a visit.
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Megan Sullivan, VP of Government Affairs |
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The Vermont Primary Election is August 9th, but early voting has already started. You can check your voter registration, find your polling place, request an absentee ballot, see sample ballots, and more, online.
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Our Members Are at the Center of All We Do |
Our legislative successes would not be possible without the incredible engagement of our members. This year, we called upon members to offer their expertise to the Legislature by testifying on issues including the VEDA forgivable loan program, liquor law changes, and the manufacturing tax exemption, just to name a few.
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Thanking All-Star Legislators |
This session, some legislators went above and beyond to champion policies that support the business community. If they made a difference for your business, please join us in reaching out to express your gratitude.
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Retirements Mark the End of an Era, and the Start of a New Chapter |
With so many long-time legislators moving on from the State House, we are reflecting on the legacies of these movers and shakers, and the big shoes left to fill in their absence.
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This session, the Legislature created several new programs. As details emerge, the Vermont Chamber will continue to share guidance and resources on how you can apply as information becomes available.
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Rise in Organized Retail Theft Driving Policy Discussions |
Nationwide, stores are closing locations due to rising crime. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, organized retail theft is now costing businesses $700,000 per billion in sales. If organized retail theft has impacted your business and you have insight to share, please email us.
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"State to Main" Podcast Series: Ep. 6 – 2022 Legislative Session |
The fifth episode features Betsy Bishop, President of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and Megan Sullivan, Vice President of Government Affairs. They discuss some of the key takeaways for the Vermont business community.
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Registration is Open for the 2022 Manufacturing Summit |
The Vermont Chamber has reinvented and reimagined the format of the agenda to offer an engaging, interactive, and content rich virtual edition with a theme of “Rebuilding Supply Chains and Workforce through Content, Collaboration, and Contacts.”
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Restaurant Industry Small Business Listening Session |
Join the Vermont Independent Restaurant Coalition, Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Alliance for their Community Conversation Series. We want to create space to understand what is going well, what challenges businesses face, and what you need in order to continue to sustain and thrive in Vermont.
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Lodging Industry Small Business Listening Session |
Join the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Alliance for their Community Conversation Series. We want to create space to understand what is going well, what challenges businesses face, and what you need in order to continue to sustain and thrive in Vermont.
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By sponsoring a Vermont Chamber newsletter, you can reach a target audience of over 1,800 people. Email Megan Bullard for more information on our affordable pricing opportunities.
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