Posts by sawyercornelius
Speak Up: Help Shape Real Solutions to Improve Affordability
Blog Speak Up: Help Shape Real Solutions to Improve Affordability Mar 12, 2026 HB 895/SB 387 would put Maryland in uncharted territory as no other state has enacted legislation like this targeting grocery pricing Affordability is one of the most pressing concerns for Maryland families today. From groceries and housing to energy and transportation, the…
Read MoreMaryland Is at Inflection Point: 2026 Competitiveness Index Shows Why It Matters
Blog Maryland Is at Inflection Point: 2026 Competitiveness Index Shows Why It Matters Mar 3, 2026 The 2026 Competitiveness Index is here Maryland is making real progress. After two years of population decline, the state added more than 46,000 residents in 2026. GDP performance has strengthened. Maryland continues to lead the nation in academic R&D…
Read MoreHB 1479 Would Raise Minimum Wage to $18, Lock in Automatic Annual Increases
Bog HB 1479 Would Raise Minimum Wage to $18, Lock in Automatic Annual Increases Mar 2, 2026 This represents both a significant near-term cost increase and a structural shift in how wage policy is set for Maryland employers HB 1472: $18 Minimum Wage + Automatic Annual Increases Deadline to weigh in: Tuesday, March 3 —…
Read More$25 Minimum Wage, No Tip Credit and a Constitutional Mandate: What HB 1229/SB 886 Would Mean for Maryland
Bog $25 Minimum Wage, No Tip Credit and a Constitutional Mandate: What HB 1229/SB 886 Would Mean for Maryland Feb 23, 2026 A $25 minimum wage does not affect only entry-level positions — it triggers wage compression, increases in payroll costs, pressure to raise prices and reduced hiring HB 1229/SB 886: $25 Minimum Wage +…
Read MoreAct Now: New Proposal Could Impact the Products You Make, Sell, or Rely On
Bog Act Now: New Proposal Could Impact the Products You Make, Sell, or Rely On Feb 20, 2026 Senate Bill 686 targets products containing PFAS — a class of widely used chemicals found across modern supply chains SB 686: PFAS Product Bans + New Registration Requirements Deadline to weigh in: Friday, Feb. 20 — Testimony…
Read MoreHolmatro: Where Maryland Manufacturing Meets Life-Saving Mission
Heart of Business Holmatro: Where Maryland Manufacturing Meets Life-Saving Mission Feb 18, 2026 Holmatro has been designing and building life-saving hydraulic rescue tools in Maryland for more than 40 years. From machinists to sales managers, every employee plays a role in giving first responders the equipment they need to save lives. For more than 60…
Read MoreMaryland’s Early-Career Talent Drain: Why Young Workers Are Leaving & What Maryland Can Do About It
Blog Maryland’s Early-Career Talent Drain: Why Young Workers Are Leaving & What Maryland Can Do About It Feb 16, 2026 How Workforce Migration Impacts Maryland’s Competitiveness, Economy and Fiscal Outlook Prepared for publication by the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, based on research conducted by undergraduate researchers at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy…
Read MoreBuilding Careers Without Debt: How Pohanka is Investing in Maryland’s Workforce
Heart of Business Building Careers Without Debt: How Pohanka is Investing in Maryland’s Workforce Jan 27, 2026 Pohanka Automotive Group is investing in Maryland’s future through innovative workforce training. Here’s how business-led solutions strengthen communities and economic competitiveness. Maryland’s workforce challenges are often discussed in terms of job openings and training gaps. But the deeper…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Invites Nominations for Board of Directors
News Release Maryland Chamber Invites Nominations for Board of Directors Jan 26, 2026 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce — representing 7,000+ businesses from startups and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies — seeks exceptional leaders for our Board of Directors. Join Maryland’s most influential CEOs and executives in driving policies that shape…
Read MoreInform Policy Decisions in Annapolis: 2026 Business Climate Survey
Blog Inform Policy Decisions in Annapolis: 2026 Business Climate Survey Jan 21, 2026 Help Us Better Advocate for Your Business We want to hear how Maryland’s business climate, taxes and costs affect your business, employees and community. Your input will help shape policies that support Maryland families, workers and businesses. All responses are confidential unless…
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