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A Turning Point for Maryland, and We’re Just Getting Started
COMMENTARY A Turning Point for Maryland, and We’re Just Getting Started Dec 22, 2025 To Maryland’s Business Leaders, This past year was a turning point. Maryland’s business community showed up — consistently, strategically and with one clear message: our voices matter. And because of your partnership, lawmakers listened intently. We pushed back on proposals that…
Read MoreMaryland’s Population Challenge: Maryland Is Losing People to Other States and Why It Matters
Blog Maryland’s Population Challenge: Maryland Is Losing People to Other States and Why It Matters Dec 18, 2025 Key Takeaways: Maryland’s Tax Climate Maryland’s Population Drain: The state has lost 18,509 residents to other states in just one year (July 2023–July 2024), ranking 45th nationally in domestic migration. Growth comes mainly from +53,100 international arrivals,…
Read More2026 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues
ADVOCACY 2026 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues Dec 9, 2025 Maryland’s greatest asset isn’t just its strategic location or talented workforce — it’s the bold, innovative spirit of our businesses that truly define our state. As we head into a challenging legislative session, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce will stand as the leading advocate…
Read MoreThe Buzz on Civics: Writing a Winning Essay
Civics Buzz The Buzz on Civics: Writing a Winning Essay Dec 9, 2025 Maryland middle schoolers: your essay is the first big step in the National Civics Bee®. This is your chance to showcase your ideas, creativity, and understanding of your community! This is not just another school assignment. It is an opportunity to think…
Read MoreCommentary: Rising energy costs demand action in Maryland
Bog Commentary: Rising energy costs demand action in Maryland Dec 9, 2025 Marylanders are increasingly feeling the strain of rising energy costs, a challenge compounded by growing electricity demand, slow permitting processes and the rapid retirement of older power plants. At our recent Policy Forum for Maryland’s Future event, leaders warned that without faster action…
Read MoreMaryland’s Tax Climate: Are We Pricing Ourselves Out of Growth?
Blog Maryland’s Tax Climate: Are We Pricing Ourselves Out of Growth? Dec 2, 2025 Key Takeaways: Maryland’s Tax Climate The Tax Trap: Maryland ranks 46th in the newly released 2026 State Tax Competitiveness Index. Neighbors are pulling ahead: Virginia (30th), Delaware (24th), Pennsylvania (36th). This isn’t just about high rates — it’s a complex, unpredictable…
Read MoreVoices For Manufacturing Webinar: Making Maryland Manufacturing A Priority
Upcoming Event Voices For Manufacturing Webinar: Making Maryland Manufacturing A Priority Nov 17, 2025 The Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland and Maryland Chamber of Commerce invite you to join this action-oriented webinar for those who support Maryland manufacturing. This includes manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, academia, elected officials and individuals from government agencies. Let’s make Maryland…
Read MoreMaryland’s Top Business, Policy Leaders Meet to Discuss Energy, AI and Fiscal Policy Ahead of 2026 Legislative Session
News Release Maryland’s Top Business, Policy Leaders Meet to Discuss Energy, AI and Fiscal Policy Ahead of 2026 Legislative Session Nov 12, 2025 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — As Maryland accelerates its clean energy transition, weighs how to regulate artificial intelligence, and navigates the implementation of recent business tax policies, the state’s top policymakers and business leaders…
Read MoreMaryland’s Economic Rankings Are Slipping: Here’s Why That Matters and What We Must Do About It
Blog Maryland’s Economic Rankings Are Slipping: Here’s Why That Matters and What We Must Do About It Oct 30, 2025 Key Takeaways: Maryland’s Declining Economic Rankings Maryland’s Rankings Are Low: 42nd in Economic Outlook and 41st in Economic Performance (2025), trailing neighboring states like Virginia (32nd) and Delaware (38th). A Pattern, Not a Dip: While…
Read MoreThe Buzz on Civics: Get Ready for the 2026 National Civics Bee®
Civics Buzz The Buzz on Civics: Get Ready for the 2026 National Civics Bee® Oct 29, 2025 Calling all Maryland middle schoolers! Do you know how your community works, how laws are made, or what it takes to make a difference? The 2026 National Civics Bee® is your opportunity to learn more about your community,…
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