Minnsights Blog

During the crowd favorite “lightning round” questions, the leaders shared their thoughts on issues ranging from preventing a huge UI payroll tax increase on employers and returning the budget surplus to tax payers to recreational marijuana and sports betting. Here are their answers:

Tools on how your business can mitigate some of the costs related to COVID-19.

The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce has worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to help the 6,300 businesses and half a million employees that we represent, so they can expand the economy and opportunities throughout the state. Minnesota’s employers, employees and communities are counting on lawmakers to accelerate economic growth in 2022.

Energy efficient upgrades can have significant savings to a businesses’ operating costs in the long run, but the upfront purchase and installation cost is expensive. Fortunately, there are some financial programs available to help. See which one may be right for you below and call Energy Smart with any questions: 651.292.3917.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted businesses in every corner of Minnesota, from decreased demand for products and services, to break-downs in supply chains, to some closing their doors forever. Reopening the economy and managing the ongoing economic fallout is a top business community concern, according to a recent survey. Lawmakers must focus on steps to avoid additional restrictions on businesses and not raise costs or burdens on businesses already struggling to survive.