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$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…
Read MoreMaryland’s 2026 Legislative Session Begins Today
COMMENTARY Maryland’s 2026 Legislative Session Begins Today Jan 14, 2026 If you lead or work for a business in Maryland, the next 90 days will matter more than any in recent memory. This is not business as usual in Annapolis. Maryland is heading into a pivotal legislative session with real economic pressures, slowing business growth…
Read MoreA 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 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…
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