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Hot Topics

"Hot Topics" are issues of interest/concern to the McLean County Chamber of Commerce.  The items highlighted are issues the Government Affairs Committee are currently researching and discussing.  

  • Chamber Opposes DISCLOSE Act

    DISCLOSE – Democracy Is Strengthened by Casting Light on Spending in Elections

     

    Click here for an explanation.


  • Small Business Health Care Tax Credit

    The new health reform law gives a tax credit to certain small employers that provide health care coverage to their employees, effective with tax years beginning in 2010. An enhanced version of the credit will be effective beginning in 2014. The new law, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care... Read More>>


  • Twin Cities' Budget Issues

    City of Bloomington (.ppt)

    This presentation was delivered by Alderman Bernie Anderson and has not yet been endorsed by the Bloomington city council.

     

    Town of Normal (.ppt)


  • A First Look at the Federal Health Law

    A First Look at the Federal Health Law and its Implications for Employers What should employers begin to understand today to decipher reform and prepare for the puzzling array of new regulations that will emerge over the next few years?Implications for Employers in 2010, 2011, and 2013:Insurance... Read More>>


  • Census Information

    Completing the 2010 Census questionnaire and mailing it back means more money for your community! Businesses, industry, and health and human service organizations use census information for planning. In terms of planning dollars, each person counted brings back an estimated $3,000 to their... Read More>>


  • Chamber Business Agenda

    The Government Affairs committee has identified seven (7) areas of focus for inclusion on the Chamber’s standing Legislative Business Agenda. Taxes & Fees Labor/Employment Transportation & Infrastructure Education Agriculture Healthcare Intergovernmental... Read More>>