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Legislative Update – April 4, 2023
Legislative Update – April 4, 2023 April 5, 2023 Colleen Dick Let’s talk Income Tax Credits, Tax Filing Changes, and Education Reform! This week’s update is provided by Mark Pursley, our Director of Programs & External Affairs. Find details and the current status of each of these bills below. Read more here about specific bills…
Read MoreLegislative Update – March 27, 2023
Legislative Update – March 27, 2023 March 28, 2023 Colleen Dick Here’s your weekly update from Columbia including progress on the State budget and an amendment to the Apprentice Income Tax Credit for business. We also have news about the Forced Standards Act, the Craft Beer Economic Development Act, and the Alien Land Ownership Act.…
Read MoreLegislative Update – March 21, 2023
Legislative Update – March 21, 2023 March 21, 2023 Colleen Dick On this week’s Taking Care of Business we have an approved State budget, including increases for public schools and their teachers. Also this week is a new bill related to tax liability for corporate entities, the Apprentice Income Tax Credit bill, and an update…
Read MoreLegislative Update – March 14, 2023
Legislative Update – March 14, 2023 March 14, 2023 Colleen Dick Dean Faile is back with an update from Columbia! This week’s summary includes plans to address infrastructure needs related to the Scout Motors plant, a budget proposal from the House Ways & Means Committee, and an update on the status of the Clementa C.…
Read More3 Things to Know, 3.13.23
March 13, 2023 Categories Advocacy Chamber Benefits Diversity, Equity & Inclusion General Chamber News Leadership Development Member News Talent & Workforce Development Uncategorized 1) Legislative Update for 3.13.23 Dean Faile is back with an update from Columbia! This week’s summary includes plans to address infrastructure needs related to the Scout Motors plant, a budget proposal…
Read More3 Things to Know, 3.7.23
March 7, 2023 1) Nominate Your Outstanding Young Professionals It’s time to take a look at “The Ones to Watch” within your organization. Submit nominations before March 24 as we prepare to celebrate leadership, service, and professional achievement in our area’s young professionals. Details and nomination forms are posted at www.yorkcountychamber.com/onestowatch. 2)Â YCRC Initiatives and…
Read More3 Things to Know, 2/27/23
February 28, 2023 1)Â 2022 Annual Report In this new video, our executive team provides a look back at the Regional Chamber’s accomplishments in 2022, a preview of our plans for 2023, and a challenge to work together with our local partners for the success of all. Take a few minutes to view the video…
Read MoreLegislative Update – Feb. 22, 2023
Legislative Update – Feb. 22, 2023 February 22, 2023 Colleen Dick This week’s legislative update includes a bill that will limit business lawsuit liability, a Joint Resolution to expedite the hiring of a new SC DEW Director, and a proposed tax credit that would result in opportunities for small business. Details of each are linked…
Read MoreLegislative Update – Feb. 13, 2023
Back to Blog Legislative Update – Feb. 13, 2023 February 15, 2023 Colleen Dick Chamber President & CEO Dean Faile is back with another update on the latest in Columbia. For the week of Feb 13 we’ve included an update on legislation related to expanding our workforce through non-traditional means, impacting community development through financial…
Read MoreLifetime Business Achievement Award
Lifetime Business Achievement Award February 11, 2023 Colleen Dick From a mini-golf course in 1975 to the multi-use University Center 45+ years later, Gary Williams of Williams & Fudge Inc, has built an incredible career, a thriving family enterprise, and a network of community leaders who consider him to be a key to economic progress.…
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