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- A Business Guide to the U.S. EconomyWhat business owners need to know about the current state of the U.S. economy.Learn More
- November Jobs Report Paints Confusing Picture of Labor MarketThe November jobs report showed a huge miss on the number of jobs added but an increase in people entering the workforce. Our economic policy expert breaks down the data and explains why there may be cause for optimism.Learn More
- 4 Factors Driving Food Price InflationFood prices are on the rise as inflation issues persist due to labor shortages, supply chain blockages, soaring energy costs, and other issues.Learn More
The States Suffering Most from the Labor Shortage
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Job openings are up. Labor force participation is down. Quit rates are at a record high. Amid the worsening labor shortage crisis, these are the states being impacted the most.
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The U.S. Chamber works with business and government to strengthen our economy. While a flourishing business community and a competitive workforce drive growth, the government sets the conditions for success. We advocate for commonsense policies and smart regulations that give businesses the confidence and certainty to invest, expand, hire, and innovate for the future.
How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Bolster Economic Recovery and Workplace Success
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To reinvigorate the economy and promote workforce success, many companies are turning toward reskilling and upskilling for in-demand positions.
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- Nov 19, 2021U.S. Chamber Statement on House Passage of Partisan, Multi-Trillion-Dollar Reconciliation Bill The following statement can be attributed to a U.S. Chamber of Commerce spokesperson.
- Nov 19, 2021U.S. Chamber Letter on FTC Enforcement Provision in H.R. 5376, the “Build Back Better Act,” This Hill letter was sent to Members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, and the House Committee on the Judiciary opposing a provision on FTC enforcement included in H.R. 5376, the “Build Back Better Act.”
- Nov 18, 2021Coalition Letter on Reconciliation This Coalition letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress, opposing H.R. 5376, the reconciliation bill.
- Nov 18, 2021U.S. Chamber Key Vote Letter on H.R. 5376, the Reconciliation Bill This Key Vote Alert! letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, opposing H.R. 5376, the reconciliation bill.
- Nov 18, 2021U.S. Chamber Launches New Wave of Advocacy Against Reconciliation Bill This week, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched an aggressive paid advertising campaign in opposition to the multi-trillion-dollar reconciliation bill that poses a significant threat to the American economy.
Nov 17, 2021The High Cost of the Reconciliation Bill for Small Businesses Some provisions being discussed for inclusion in the reconciliation bill could increase costs, punish entrepreneurs, and create unnecessary fines that small businesses cannot afford.- Nov 15, 2021Inflation is the Highest in 31 Years and the “Build Back Better” Bill Will Make it Worse Non-partisan and center left experts agree, the Reconciliation Bill will add to inflation over the next year.
Nov 15, 2021Inflation is the Highest Since 1990 and the Reconciliation Bill Will Make It Worse When it comes to inflation, the Reconciliation Bill will put America further in the hole.
Nov 12, 2021The Divide Between Job Openings and Willing Workers Widens The latest figures on job openings shows that businesses are still struggling to find workers to fill open positions, with 2.8 million more job openings than available workers in the economy.- Nov 10, 2021U.S. Chamber Seeks Information on Budget, Economy, and Inflation Impacts of Reconciliation Bill The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today sent a letter to Members of Congress, requesting they seek a complete accounting of the budgetary and economic impacts of the current reconciliation bill.