The Business Council of New York State

14th Annual Business Council Member Golf Classic

Join us on July 19th for the 14th Annual Business Council Member Golf Classic featuring Guest of Honor Goose Gossage. Become a tee sign sponsor and showcase your company at this nearly sold-out event!

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2022 Annual Meeting - Looking Forward

The Business Council’s Annual Meeting is the premier business conference connecting the top business leaders and professionals from around New York State. The 2022 Annual Meeting will focus on New York State’s political and economic picture moving forward.

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Workforce Spotlight Meeting

The Workforce Spotlight Meeting series will highlight workforce training and education programs that are meeting the needs of employers.

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

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Member Spotlight

Each month the Member Spotlight takes a behind the scenes look of one of our members to showcase their story of who they are and what they do!

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Members of The Business Council have access to exclusive products and services, including The Human Resource Hotline, The Business Council Insurance Fund and our Government Affairs Albany Update.

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NEWS CENTER

17

Jun

2022

The Business Council Joins Semiconductor Industry Roundtable

Members of the American Semiconductor Innovation Coalition (ASIC), including NY CREATES and the State University of New York (SUNY), have teamed up with The Business Council of New York State to host a roundtable conversation led by U.S. Representative Paul Tonko (D-Amsterdam) on the future of the semiconductor industry in New York State, as well as the groundbreaking coalition working towards the passage of the Bipartisan Innovation Act, which will establish a National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC)

10

Jun

2022

Statement On Wage Transparency Bill

“The legislation originally included onerous provisions that not only included salary range but other disclosures of potential additional compensations. This would have been a difficult and impossible task for almost any business. We were able to negotiate a compromise with the legislature to only include salary ranges which made the bill relatively consistent with a local law passed by New York City and one that is being contemplated in other jurisdictions

06

Jun

2022

The Business Council Joins Chamber Coalition Calling for Federal Assault Weapons Ban

The Business Council of New York State joined a coalition of chambers, across New York State, calling for a federal assault weapons ban in response to the continued mass shootings across the country. "Since the horrific Buffalo shooting just a few weeks ago similar tragedies continue to happen across the country

01

Jun

2022

Statement on Senate's Passage of Sealed Records Legislation

“We applaud the Senate for passing the sealed records bill which will create second-chance opportunities for many individuals ready to reenter the workforce, expand opportunities for all New Yorkers, and create a more inclusive economy. The Business Council is hopeful that the Assembly will follow the Senate’s lead, pass the bill and send it to the Governor for approval

24

May

2022

Statement on Senate Passage of Hours of Operation for Liquor/Wine Stores

"The Business Council applauds the state Senate for the passage of a bill to extend the Sunday operating hours of liquor and wine stores. Just as the "Brunch Bill" allowed bars and restaurants to serve alcohol at 10 am on Sundays, allowing liquor stores to open at 10 am is business-friendly and good for the economy