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PublishedJuly 24, 2023
Maine’s first Black chamber of commerce takes shape amid mixed reactions
Joshua Brister, owner of a semipro women's basketball team, has launched the Maine Black Chamber of Commerce to promote interests of the state's Black-owned businesses.
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PublishedJune 23, 2023
Commentary: Maine needs the proposed Dirigo Business Incentive Program
The program, which provides an income tax credit to businesses for workforce training and capital investment, is a critical tool in helping Maine businesses that are competing with other states.
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PublishedMay 16, 2023
Backers of paid family leave in Maine have high hopes for new bill’s prospects
Details of the legislation were released Tuesday and a public hearing is slated for May 25.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2023
Maine State Chamber of Commerce names new president
Julia Munsey in March will succeed Dana Connors, who has led the business group of more than 5,000 members for nearly 30 years.
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PublishedDecember 9, 2022
Maine State Chamber of Commerce announces new board officers
The Chamber has not named a successor to Dana Connors, who will retire as president of the organization in the coming months.
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PublishedOctober 27, 2022
Commentary: Criticism of Maine State Chamber of Commerce on PFAS undeserved
An extension of the PFAS reporting deadline will have no impact on the original intent of the legislation.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2022
Maine Chamber, trade groups ask for delay in forever chemicals reporting law
They say they don't have enough time or information to comply with the requirement, which takes effect in January.
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PublishedApril 25, 2022
Head of Maine State Chamber of Commerce to retire after almost 30 years
Dana Connors has been president of the pro-business organization since 1994.
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PublishedNovember 12, 2021
Commentary: Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit is crucial to investment, state’s economic future
Criticism of the program in a recent editorial and on a liberal think tank‘s blog is misinformed and short-sighted.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2021
Maine business survey reveals optimism despite need for more aid
Respondents were about twice as likely to express optimism as pessimism about the coming year – 41% to 23%.
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