Posts Tagged ‘Commentary’
The session is over. The work isn’t.
Blog The session is over. The work isn’t. Apr 15, 2026 Over the past legislative session, something important happened: Headquartered companies left their offices and came to Annapolis Tech firms and defense contractors showed up together Local and regional chambers and state associations across our federation mobilized their members Members called, emailed and met with…
Read MoreCommentary: Making Maryland more affordable starts with the cost of doing business
Blog Commentary: Making Maryland more affordable starts with the cost of doing business Mar 17, 2026 Affordability is front and center in Annapolis this legislative session — and rightfully so. Families across Maryland are working harder than ever to keep up with rising costs for groceries, housing, child care and transportation. Policymakers want to help…
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 MoreCommentary: Rising energy costs demand action in Maryland
Blog 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 MoreWhy Businesses Like Yours Trust Us to Deliver Results
COMMENTARY Why Businesses Like Yours Trust Us to Deliver Results Apr 9, 2025 Because of your support, we delivered when it mattered most. This legislative session, while Maryland lawmakers advanced proposals that could have severely impacted our business climate, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce stood firm — and stood up for you. Backed by engaged…
Read MoreCommentary: This Tax Reform is Not the Answer to Maryland’s Fiscal Woes
Bog Commentary: This Tax Reform is Not the Answer to Maryland’s Fiscal Woes Jan 9, 2025 The Maryland Spending Affordability Committee met last month to kick off the fiscal year 2026 budget process, which will culminate in early April. During the committee meeting, several legislators discussed the difficult choices before the governor and the General…
Read MoreNavigating Challenges, Creating Opportunities: Maryland’s 2025 Legislative Session Begins Today
COMMENTARY Navigating Challenges, Creating Opportunities: Maryland’s 2025 Legislative Session Begins Today Jan 8, 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 defines our state. From the family restaurant in Annapolis to the Baltimore tech startup revolutionizing AI, to the Frederick…
Read MoreCommentary: Manufacturers Are Not a Rainy Day Fund for Government
Bog Commentary: Manufacturers Are Not a Rainy Day Fund for Government Oct 16, 2024 In recent years, a troubling trend has emerged where local governments across the United States are resorting to lawsuits against manufacturers and businesses, demanding financial compensation for societal and environmental issues, regardless of any wrongdoing. This practice not only undermines the…
Read MoreCommentary: Maryland Must Reverse its Competitive Decline
Bog Commentary: Maryland Must Reverse its Competitive Decline Sep 13, 2024 Maryland’s alarming slide from 22nd to 31st place in CNBC’s 2024 Top States for Business rankings is more than a statistic — it’s a glaring warning sign about our state’s economic competitiveness. This significant drop demands immediate attention and decisive action from policymakers, business leaders and…
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