🎙️ NEW PODCAST🎙️
John D'Alessandro of @FASNY joined the podcast to discuss the need for volunteer firefighters throughout New York State.
We talk-
🚒Recent enrollment decline
🚒 Impacted communities
🚒 How businesses & public can support
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Statement in Response to Legislation to Freeze Increases in Unemployment Insurance
“The Business Council supports this proposal to provide needed relief from increased payroll taxes on New York employers, many of whom continue to deal with ongoing COVID impacts in the workplace,” said Heather C
🎙️ NEW PODCAST🎙️
The Great Resignation
Jenna Shrove from @USChamber joined the podcast to discuss the Great Resignation. We talk:
✔️ How many have quit nation-wide & in NYS
✔️ Why
✔️ Lasting economic impacts
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Statement on Proposed Changes to the Alcohol Beverage Control Laws
“The Business Council commends Governor Hochul’s budget initiatives to streamline the licensing process at the State Liquor Authority and amend outdated provisions in the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (ABC),” said Paul Zuber, Executive Vice President
Statement in Response to the FY 2023 Executive Budget
“The Business Council is encouraged by highlights presented by Governor Hochul in her budget address today, including resources to support economic growth and critical infrastructure, support for childcare services, support for small businesses, and important measures to help maintain long-term financial stability for the state, all while avoiding new revenue measures,” said Heather Briccetti, President & CEO
Latest Podcast is up!@ByTimGraham of @TheAthletic - covering Buffalo sports - recently joined the podcast to discuss a new Buffalo Bills stadium.
We discuss-
🏈Construction timeline
🏈Location & roofing
🏈 Public & private investments
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Statement on Mobile Sports Betting in New York State
"The inception of legal mobile sports gaming in New York State is long overdue. This multi-billion-dollar industry has been blocked in New York State for far too long, driving enthusiasts and revenues that should be in New York’s coffers to other states
Statement in Response to the 2022 State of the State Address
“The Business Council applauds Governor Hochul's initiatives to promote a stronger economy, increased private sector investments, and the creation of good-paying jobs,” said Heather Briccetti, President & CEO, The Business Council of New York State
Statement in Response to New York's $240 million Investment Increase in Schools Serving Children with Disabilities
"We commend Governor Hochul for this historic investment in students with disabilities. As employers embrace a workforce with neural diversity, we want to know students are supported with the necessary resources & tools in their formative education years
#StandUpforNYBusiness
"Ultimately, the negative impact of this new tax will fall on New York citizens and businesses."https://t.co/rqyfPQ9R4k
— The Business Council (@BusinessNYS) December 18, 2021