Are you interested in what’s happening with the I-20, I-820, Hwy 287 connector? When, if ever, will the I-30 Hwy 360 interchange be completed? You can learn the latest on both when you attend a transportation update meeting at the Arlington Board of Realtor’s office on July 14th from 8:00 to 9:00 am.Yes it will be a live, in person meeting! Don’t … [Read more...]
What’s Moving in Tarrant County: A Transportation Update
Governor Abbott Signs Two Key Business Priority Bills
Monday, Governor Greg Abbott signed two bills into law which were key priorities for your Chamber of Commerce: SB6 (by Kelly Hancock) which provides limited liability protection as we reopen from the pandemic and SB1102 (by Brandon Creighton) which provides for upskilling up to 30,000 Texans displaced by the pandemic.SB6 provides businesses, which … [Read more...]
The Legislative Session is Over. How Did Our Chamber Fare?
As in every legislative session, there were wins and losses. The Governor still has the opportunity to veto some of the bills sent to him so most things are not yet final. Baring a veto, here are some of the best outcomes.Public education was one of our top priorities. The major funding that passed last session in HB3 was maintained for the next … [Read more...]
Chamber Issues Making Good Progress in Texas Legislature
With 18 days left in the legislative session your chamber is on track to have a good session. We approached the 87th Texas Legislature with goals in four primary areas: Economic Development, Education and Workforce Development, Transportation and Healthcare. Along the way we added recovery from Covid-19 and a few other issues to our priorities. Our … [Read more...]
Attention Restaurant Members: Vital Information from the National Restaurant Association
Sean Kennedy of the National Restaurant Association provided the Chamber with vital information for our members who operate restaurants or bars and might be eligible for the Small Business Administration’s new Restaurant Revitalization Fund which begins the application process Monday. This program targets relief to restaurants and bars adversely … [Read more...]
Two Chamber Legislative Priorities Headed to the Governor
Two bills listed as priorities by your Chamber of Commerce have been approved by the House and the Senate and are headed to the Governor for signature: HB7 (Button) and HB5 (Ashby).HB7 prevents employers from having dramatic, pandemic induced, increases in their unemployment insurance rates next year. Employers pay an unemployment insurance rate … [Read more...]