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2021

● May 17, 2021 - Kentucky seeing job growth but continued struggle with workforce shortage, Kentucky Chamber quarterly economic report shows
● May 03, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber Celebrates 75 Years of Uniting Business and Advancing Kentucky
● Apr 29, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber Recognizes Ten Legislators as MVPs of the 2021 General Assembly
● Apr 09, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber Celebrates Second Chance Month, Promotes Fair Chance Employment
● Mar 22, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center's Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) System Releases Educational Insights Directly from the Business Community
● Mar 16, 2021 - ICE CREAM LOBBYING: Groups served legislators “Kentucky’s Rocky Roads” ice cream in final days of session
● Feb 25, 2021 - Op-Ed: Now more than ever, Kentucky communities need flexibility to address critical water infrastructure needs
● Feb 15, 2021 - Op-ed: Voices of Recovery Drive the Kentucky Comeback
● Feb 10, 2021 - Large Coalition, Including the Kentucky Chamber, Kentucky League of Cities, Kentucky Association of Counties Releases Statement on the Urgent Need to Prioritize Infrastructure Funding in 2021 Session
● Feb 10, 2021 - Op-Ed: Protect Historical Horse Racing to Protect Local Jobs & Economic Growth
● Feb 09, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber Releases First of New Quarterly Economic Reports in Partnership with University of Kentucky
● Feb 08, 2021 - Op-Ed: Liability Protection for Kentuckians Can’t Wait
● Feb 01, 2021 - With New Partnership, Team Kentucky and Kentucky Chamber will Connect Members with European Companies, Build a Stronger Economy
● Jan 21, 2021 - Op-Ed: Kentucky Must Face Harsh Realities to Achieve Racial Equity
● Jan 19, 2021 - Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Releases Report on Racial Inequity in Kentucky

2020

● Nov 30, 2020 - Op-Ed: Legislature Must Prioritize Business Recovery
● Nov 19, 2020 - Kentucky Chamber Releases Federal Priorities Following 2020 Elections
● Oct 26, 2020 - Susan Simmons Elected 2020-2021 Board Chair of the Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center
● Oct 13, 2020 - Op-ed: Women, the Workforce and the Pandemic
● Sep 29, 2020 - Winston Griffin Elected 2021 Chairman of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
● Aug 10, 2020 - Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) Launches Statewide Search for Executive Director
● Aug 06, 2020 - Op-ed: Three crisis issues requiring swift action to put Kentucky on the fast track to recovery
● Jul 15, 2020 - Op-Ed: Broadband Access for all Kentuckians Necessary for Economic Success
● Jul 01, 2020 - "Kentucky Comeback" Campaign Launches
● Jun 25, 2020 - Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center and KCTCS partner to strengthen workforce across Kentucky
● Jun 24, 2020 - Kentucky officials detail guidance for reopening schools including requiring masks and unlimited days for at-home learning
● Jun 24, 2020 - Kentucky still waiting to see final election results for many primary races
● Jun 23, 2020 - Chamber’s Who’s Hiring campaign identifies fair chance employers
● Jun 22, 2020 - Head of Kentucky pension system says “train is on the track” for retirement plans despite COVID-19 uncertainty
● Jun 19, 2020 - State leaders in health, education, and business advocate for expanded research into the impacts of the coronavirus
● Jun 18, 2020 - U.S. Supreme Court blocks plan to end DACA program
● Jun 17, 2020 - Beshear announces plans to bring back state-run health exchange
● Jun 17, 2020 - SBA, Department of Treasury announce new forgiveness applications for the Paycheck Protection Program
● Jun 17, 2020 - Carol Barr, wife of Kentucky Congressman Andy Barr, passes away suddenly
● May 21, 2020 - Op-Ed: Businesses Supported Us, Now Let’s Support Them
● Apr 21, 2020 - Chamber of Commerce Thanks the Kentucky Chinese American Association, LBX and Aetna Better Health of Kentucky for Efforts to Provide Needed PPE
● Apr 20, 2020 - Op-Ed: Early Releases Need an Open Door
● Apr 15, 2020 - Kentucky Chamber Unveils Restart Kentucky: A Responsible Plan for Returning to Work
● Mar 20, 2020 - Op-ed: Business steps up in the fight against COVID-19
● Mar 10, 2020 - Joint Statement from KY Chamber and KTIA Regarding Coronavirus Outbreak
● Mar 09, 2020 - Joint Statement on Proposed Education Spending in House Budget
● Feb 25, 2020 - Op-ed: Legislation Shows Kentuckians the Path to Long-term Recovery
● Jan 27, 2020 - Op-ed: 10 Years Later, State’s Bucket Is Still Leaking. Time for Pro-Growth Tax Reform, Additional Revenue.
● Jan 21, 2020 - Chamber Releases 10-Year Leaky Bucket Update
● Jan 07, 2020 - Op-ed: New generation set to lead Kentucky

2019

● Dec 16, 2019 - Kentucky Business-Education Roundtable Sets 2020 Priorities
● Dec 05, 2019 - Kentucky Wage and Hour Issues New Edition Released!
● Nov 12, 2019 - Op-Ed: Kentucky Cannot Afford Criminal Justice Reform Fatigue
● Nov 07, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber Offers New Workers’ Compensation Program to Reduce Rates for Businesses
● Oct 16, 2019 - Nick Rowe Elected 2020 Chairman of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
● Oct 15, 2019 - Op-ed: Bus to Business creates an opportunity for students to “Go and See”
● Sep 23, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Launches "ChamberAdvantage" to Help Small Businesses Manage Health Care Costs
● Sep 19, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber Names New President, CEO
● Sep 04, 2019 - Op-ed: Skilled-workers law would be a boon for Kentucky businesses
● Jul 18, 2019 - Op-ed: Employers have important role in combating Kentucky’s opioid epidemic
● Jun 24, 2019 - Kentucky’s Opioid Crisis Focus of New Kentucky Chamber Workforce Initiative
● Apr 17, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber Recognizes 13 Legislators as MVPs of the 2019 General Assembly
● Apr 16, 2019 - Kentucky’s Business Leaders Outline Their Vision of the Commonwealth for Gubernatorial Candidates
● Mar 22, 2019 - Op-Ed: It’s time to make Kentucky schools tobacco-free and address youth vaping epidemic
● Mar 21, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Dave Adkisson to Retire October 2019
● Jan 24, 2019 - Kentucky Chamber Urges Legislators to Take Decisive Action to Fix Pension Problems in 2019 Legislative Session

2018

● Dec 13, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber Calls on Legislature to Re-Enact Pension Reform
● Dec 12, 2018 - Business-Education Roundtable Focuses on Moving Kentucky Into Top Tier of States for Talent
● Dec 12, 2018 - Four to be inducted into Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame
● Oct 16, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center Announces 30 Local Leaders to Attend Kentucky’s First Talent Pipeline Management Academy
● Oct 02, 2018 - Paul W. Thompson Elected Chairman of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
● Jul 10, 2018 - 13th Annual Kentucky Chamber Business Summit and Annual Meeting Set for July 19-20
● Jun 19, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber to Hold State and Federal Tax Reform Summit
● May 17, 2018 - Chamber Recognizes 14 Legislators as MVPs of the 2018 General Assembly
● May 09, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber announces Annual Meeting keynote speaker
● Apr 17, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber PAC Announces 2018 Primary Election Endorsements
● Apr 06, 2018 - Partnership to Bring Workforce Academies to Kentucky
● Apr 03, 2018 - Statement by the Kentucky Chamber on Pensions, Taxes and the State Budget
● Mar 14, 2018 - Kentucky and Ontario Chambers of Commerce Join Efforts in Defense of NAFTA
● Mar 08, 2018 - Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Dave Adkisson on Pearse Lyons' Passing
● Feb 27, 2018 - KENTUCKY CHAMBER STATEMENT ON SENATE BILL 1

2017

● Dec 13, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber Leads Discussion Highlighting Link Between Illegal Opioid Use and Low Workforce Participation
● Nov 21, 2017 - Chamber Center Launches Online Network for Statewide Workforce Conversation
● Nov 16, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber Hosted Workforce of Today, Workforce of Tomorrow Symposium
● Oct 24, 2017 - Joe Craft Elected Chairman of The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
● Oct 24, 2017 - Three to be inducted into Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame
● Oct 16, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber Urges U.S. Sen. Rand Paul to Support Passage of Federal Budget
● Aug 22, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Awarded 2017 State Chamber of the Year
● Aug 17, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber President Says Bigotry and Racism are Bad for the Country, Bad for Business
● Jul 13, 2017 - Groups Representing Diverse Interests Call for Strengthening KY’s New Accountability System
● Jun 28, 2017 - Renowned National Journalists Carl Bernstein and Mark Halperin to Keynote Kentucky Chamber’s 12th Annual Meeting, with Moderator Scott Jennings
● Jun 14, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber Urges Appeal of Ruling That Lobbyists Can Contribute to Legislators
● May 26, 2017 - Major industries expect growth, but finding skilled workers a challenge
● May 17, 2017 - Chamber report details state’s infrastructure condition
● Apr 26, 2017 - 2017 Best Places to Work in Kentucky Rankings Announced
● Jan 11, 2017 - Kentucky Chamber creates center to address state’s workforce challenges

2016

● May 12, 2016 - Xerox leader to speak at Chamber’s Business Summit
● May 02, 2016 - Chamber: Responsible State Budget Should Send Strong Signal to Wall Street
● May 02, 2016 - Xerox Leader To Speak at Chamber's Business Summit

2015

● Dec 10, 2015 - Chamber Outlines Vision For State, Legislative Priorities For 2016
● Oct 01, 2015 - Kevin Canafax named Kentucky Chamber chairman; Bill Lear named chair-elect
● Sep 10, 2015 - EPA Acting Deputy Administrator to keynote Chamber energy conference
● Aug 06, 2015 - Best Places to Work in Kentucky application process open
● Jul 28, 2015 - Chamber details vision for the state
● Jul 28, 2015 - Gubernatorial candidates' discussion at Summit to stream live
● Jul 22, 2015 - Chamber to next governor: Workforce programs need top-to-bottom review
● Jun 25, 2015 - Study shows employment exceeding pre-recession level
● May 12, 2015 - Kentucky Chamber releases Voter's Guide to Business Issues
● Apr 27, 2015 - Ambassador Kennedy hosts Chamber delegation in Japan
● Apr 15, 2015 - 2015 Best Places to Work in Kentucky Rankings Announced
● Apr 08, 2015 - David Gregory to keynote Annual Meeting
● Apr 06, 2015 - Adkisson discusses 2015 Session on WDRB
● Mar 26, 2015 - Op-Ed: Business community reacts to 2015 session
● Mar 25, 2015 - Chamber Foundation's Leadership Institute for School Principals seeks donations
● Mar 10, 2015 - Documentary Gives Overview of Kentucky's Energy Challenges
● Mar 03, 2015 - Telecomm reform bill passes House and Senate
● Mar 03, 2015 - Chamber salutes McConnell at D.C. event
● Feb 18, 2015 - Chamber pens open letter to legislators urging action on pensions
● Jan 21, 2015 - Adkisson outlines 2015 goals at Chamber Day
● Jan 21, 2015 - Best Places to Work in Kentucky winners announced
● Jan 16, 2015 - Chamber Day brings tone of bipartisanship, shared legislative priorities
● Jan 16, 2015 - State expanding program to create highly-skilled workers

2014

● Dec 29, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber reports on state’s 2014 economic performance
● Dec 16, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber honors Sen. Mike Wilson with Chamber MVP award
● Dec 11, 2014 - Chamber calls on state auditor to review Kentucky Retirement System
● Dec 03, 2014 - Chamber announces staff changes, additions
● Nov 19, 2014 - Chamber announces 2015 Legislative Agenda
● Nov 06, 2014 - Rep. Denham presented with Chamber MVP award
● Nov 06, 2014 - State Attorney General to discuss Supreme Court Challenge of coal emission regulation
● Oct 15, 2014 - Adkisson applauds student and teacher achievement
● Oct 12, 2014 - Chamber PAC endorses business-friendly candidates
● Oct 01, 2014 - Chamber honors Westrom with MVP award
● Oct 01, 2014 - James elected Kentucky Chamber chairman
● Sep 17, 2014 - Denton receives Chamber MVP Award
● Aug 22, 2014 - 10 Legislators awarded 2014 Chamber MVP designation
● Aug 19, 2014 - Adkisson outlines "Working Agenda for Kentucky" at Business Summit
● Aug 19, 2014 - McCoy leads Chamber through productive year
● Jul 25, 2014 - Wil James to chair Kentucky Chamber in 2015; Kevin Canafax named chair-elect
● Jul 23, 2014 - Video & Slides from Business Summit now online
● Jul 08, 2014 - Betsy Dexter to Join ACCE’s Fellowship for Education Attainment
● Jul 08, 2014 - Leaky Bucket update shows progress on state spending
● Jun 26, 2014 - Economic Report: The Good and the Bad from Kentucky's Nine Economic Regions
● Jun 25, 2014 - Guest Column: Is Kentucky up to the challenges of the next 20 years?
● Jun 11, 2014 - Kentucky Retirement Systems appeals pension decision
● Jun 03, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber statement on the new EPA carbon emission standards
● May 28, 2014 - Chamber influences important legal victory
● May 19, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber PAC endorses legislative candidates in May primary
● May 15, 2014 - Kentucky tracks U.S. in sluggish job recovery
● May 07, 2014 - Lack of legislative progress understandable, but disappointing
● May 01, 2014 - 2014 Best Places to Work in Kentucky Rankings Announced
● Apr 30, 2014 - NBC’s Chuck Todd to keynote Kentucky Chamber event
● Apr 16, 2014 - Session ends with many issues unaddressed
● Apr 11, 2014 - Chamber: "We are genuinely disappointed by governor's veto of HB407"
● Mar 20, 2014 - Chamber calls on General Assembly to address KTRS funding levels
● Mar 17, 2014 - McCoy touts early childhood programs at Capitol news conference
● Mar 06, 2014 - Chamber applauds passage of P3 legislation
● Feb 19, 2014 - Senate passes passes bill to address medical liability climate
● Feb 19, 2014 - Legislation to enable public-private partnerships filed
● Feb 17, 2014 - Time to address medical liability reform in Kentucky
● Feb 14, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber continues push for smoke-free workplaces
● Feb 05, 2014 - Adkisson named KSBA 'Friend of Education'
● Feb 04, 2014 - Statement from Dave Adkisson on Tax Reform Announcement
● Jan 22, 2014 - Second edition of Impact of Health Care Reform now available
● Jan 22, 2014 - Kentucky Chamber’s 2014 priorities focus on state budget, education and P3 legislation
● Jan 22, 2014 - Chamber-supported export initiative helping shatter state’s trade records

2013

● Dec 26, 2013 - Chamber releases report on state's economic conditions
● Dec 20, 2013 - Chamber congratulates Kentucky education leaders for early childhood grant
● Dec 10, 2013 - Kentucky Chamber voices support of Bluegrass Pipeline
● Dec 05, 2013 - Kentucky Chamber launches tour to present Priorities for Kentucky in 2014
● Nov 27, 2013 - Kentucky Chamber PAC Endorses two candidates in Special Election
● Nov 11, 2013 - Chamber Leaders Work to Strengthen Ties to Dubai
● Nov 06, 2013 - Adkisson to Tour State to Present Priorities for Kentucky in 2014
● Oct 29, 2013 - Chamber Touts Tourism Potential of Eastern Kentucky
● Oct 25, 2013 - Kentucky on national forefront in education
● Oct 24, 2013 - Board adopts statement on Local Option Sales Tax
● Sep 11, 2013 - Adkisson featured on "Countdown to Kickoff"
● Aug 22, 2013 - Best Places to Work in Kentucky adds category exclusively for small businesses
● Aug 14, 2013 - Members’ employees can save big on school supplies
● Aug 14, 2013 - Under Booth’s leadership, Chamber scores key victories in 2013
● Jul 24, 2013 - Kentucky Chamber announces new board leadership
● Jul 22, 2013 - Report recommends public-private partnerships to save taxpayer dollars
● Jul 03, 2013 - Key provision of Affordable Care Act delayed
● Jun 26, 2013 - Delegation of business leaders visit Toronto and Montreal in trade mission
● Jun 26, 2013 - Mandatory Poster Update: Are you in compliance?
● Jun 14, 2013 - Former Chamber chairman appointed Secretary of Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
● May 28, 2013 - 56 Kentucky principals selected for executive leadership training
● May 22, 2013 - Chamber adds health care reform info portal to its website
● May 08, 2013 - 12 legislators recognized for "going to bat" for business
● May 01, 2013 - Government reform expert Maurice McTigue to present at Business Summit
● Apr 30, 2013 - KEMI Offers Workers’ Comp Program for Kentucky Chamber Members
● Apr 24, 2013 - Chamber supports education innovation fund
● Apr 24, 2013 - 2013 Results for Business download now available
● Apr 24, 2013 - Pension reform a slam dunk for business community
● Apr 16, 2013 - 2013 Best Places to Work in Kentucky Rankings Announced
● Mar 27, 2013 - Op-Ed: The "new Frankfort" shows government can work
● Mar 26, 2013 - Partnership of Kentucky chambers, HR society to present business-focused healthcare reform seminars
● Mar 19, 2013 - Legislators collaborate to improve education in the Commonwealth
● Mar 05, 2013 - 3 days remain to reform pension system
● Mar 04, 2013 - Business, environmental groups raise concerns, urge solution on smelter issue
● Feb 22, 2013 - Kentucky Chamber says there’s still time to fix pensions
● Feb 20, 2013 - Chamber urges lawmakers to not back up on pension reform
● Feb 15, 2013 - Op-ed: Time is now to fix Kentucky’s public pension system
● Feb 13, 2013 - Application process begins for Leadership Institute for School Principals
● Feb 13, 2013 - Action Alert: Tell your legislator pension reform is crucial
● Jan 31, 2013 - Business groups urge lawmakers to enact sensible pension reform
● Jan 28, 2013 - 73 companies make Best Places to Work in Kentucky list
● Jan 23, 2013 - Chairman Jim Booth tours west Kentucky to listen to Chamber members
● Jan 23, 2013 - Gergen to keynote Kentucky Chamber event
● Jan 22, 2013 - Watch Kentucky Chamber Day online
● Jan 13, 2013 - Chamber outlines key legislative priorities
● Jan 13, 2013 - Commissioner Comer outlines economic impact of agriculture to Chamber board
● Jan 04, 2013 - Adkisson discusses 2013 economic outlook

2012

● Dec 19, 2012 - Tax commission releases report
● Dec 12, 2012 - KET to air Kentucky Chamber Day
● Dec 10, 2012 - Natural Resources and Environment Committee Chairman to speak at Kentucky Energy Management Conference
● Dec 07, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber preparing for 2013 General Assembly
● Nov 28, 2012 - Pension reform recommendations a promising first step
● Nov 08, 2012 - Pro-business candidates prevail in election
● Nov 08, 2012 - Energy conference to focus on current issues facing Ky. energy users
● Nov 07, 2012 - Despite test scores, Chamber continues to support standards
● Nov 06, 2012 - Op-Ed: Unfunded pension system threatens Kentucky's future
● Nov 02, 2012 - Big issues likely to dominate 2013 session
● Oct 25, 2012 - Business Leader Champions for Education release statement on test scores
● Oct 18, 2012 - Best Places to Work in Kentucky deadline is Oct. 26
● Oct 08, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber PAC endorses legislative candidates
● Oct 03, 2012 - Booth elected 2013 Chamber Chairman
● Oct 03, 2012 - Chamber criticized for resisting new business taxes
● Oct 02, 2012 - Business leaders push for school improvement
● Oct 02, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber honors Sen. Schickel with Chamber MVP award
● Sep 26, 2012 - Chamber wins ASCP President's award
● Sep 21, 2012 - Chamber working to educate businesses on Affordable Care Act
● Sep 13, 2012 - Kentucky fiscal ratings continue to suffer due to struggling pension system
● Sep 13, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber honors Rep. Yonts with Chamber MVP award
● Aug 28, 2012 - Chamber presents "professional papers" to tax commission
● Aug 28, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber launches new, improved website
● Aug 16, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber honors pro-business legislators with Chamber MVP award
● Aug 10, 2012 - Deaton outlines Chamber’s successes in 2012
● Aug 10, 2012 - Business Summit videos now online
● Aug 09, 2012 - Companies encouraged to apply for Best Places to Work in Kentucky awards competition
● Jun 26, 2012 - Kentucky Chamber urges tax commission to ensure competitiveness
● Jun 26, 2012 - Paul Begala and William Kristol to keynote Kentucky Chamber event
● Jun 26, 2012 - 2012 Best Places to Work in Kentucky Rankings Announced
● May 10, 2012 - Kentucky principals selected for executive leadership training
● Apr 19, 2012 - Business leaders urge passage of prescription abuse legislation
● Feb 09, 2012 - Let the People Decide

2011

● Oct 11, 2011 - Luther Deaton elected Kentucky Chamber chairman
● Sep 23, 2011 - Postsecondary update shows income, enrollment and attainment gains
● Jul 12, 2011 - Kentucky Chamber releases update of 2009 ‘Leaky Bucket’ report
● Jun 10, 2011 - Businesses have big stake in federal health law rules
● Jun 07, 2011 - Kentucky Chamber members to send 48 school principals for executive leadership training
● Apr 21, 2011 - Ranking of Best Places to Work in Kentucky Announced
● Mar 18, 2011 - Kentucky Chamber Foundation to provide leadership training for school principals
● Feb 23, 2011 - Kentucky Chamber, statewide business and environmental groups voice opposition to senate bill 151
● Feb 09, 2011 - Kentucky Chamber announces push for more competitive tax climate
● Jan 12, 2011 - Patchwork of state immigration laws no substitute for poor federal policy

2007

● Feb 01, 2007 - Organizations seek to avert ‘crisis of unmanageable proportions’ from rising health care, retirement costs

OP-ED PIECES

2012

● May 07, 2012 - Tax commission meeting an opportunity for employers to share views, suggest changes
● Apr 27, 2012 - Progress slow and difficult in Frankfort
● Mar 09, 2012 - Time for answers for Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant
● Feb 09, 2012 - Kentucky businesses provide ‘game-changing’ leadership training for school principals

2011

● Nov 02, 2011 - Smoke-free policies: good for business, good for Kentucky
● Oct 21, 2011 - A jobs plan for the Commonwealth
● Oct 07, 2011 - Postsecondary progress worth celebrating, but challenges remain
● Aug 11, 2011 - The beginning of a new era for Kentucky public schools
● Jul 13, 2011 - Poor health choices bankrupting business and government
● Jul 13, 2011 - Prisons bill shows the right way to craft good legislation
● Jul 13, 2011 - Changing the focus in Frankfort is possible
● Feb 11, 2011 - President Obama’s address to business signals a shift in rhetoric