The Chamber announces its 2023 legislative session priorities

Moorhead, Minn. (January 17, 2023) – With Minnesota’s 93rd legislative session underway, and North Dakota’s 68th legislative session underway, The Chamber is tracking various issues and actively advocating on behalf of its businesses. After surveying members and consulting with its Public Policy Committee, The Chamber has published its legislative priority agenda for each state.

“Workforce issues continue to hinder our region’s success, making workforce funding a major priority on both sides of the river,” said Chamber Executive Vice President Katherine Grindberg. “We are advocating for the investment in regional workforce grant programs to support talent attraction, acclimation, retainment and development. The Chamber sees the important of investing in quality-of-life assets and placemaking infrastructure, and continuing to invest in automation programs and initiatives as well as hands on experimental learning opportunities.”
 
The Chamber’s legislative priority agenda for each state is below, with the comprehensive agenda attached via blog link:
 
2023 North Dakota Legislative Priorities (see comprehensive agenda)

• Comprehensive Workforce Solutions
• Quality, Accessible and Affordable Childcare
• Competitive Educational Systems
• Business and Community Vitality

 
2023 Minnesota Legislative Priorities (see comprehensive agenda)

• Comprehensive Workforce Solutions
• Quality, Accessible and Affordable Childcare
• Building a Community for the Future
• Business and Community Vitality

 
“The Chamber is proud to advocate on behalf of our Minnesota and North Dakota businesses and communities,” said Chamber President and CEO Shannon Full. “We encourage you to learn more about the subpoints for each of the above priority topics. Additionally, join our advocacy efforts and voice your opinion to legislators. More information about these priorities and other legislative updates can be found on our website.”
 
Visit The Chamber’s Public Policy and Advocacy page for updates on the latest news and efforts.
 
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