“The Business Council does not support mandated minimum wage increases at this time as they generally do not help the people they are intended to help. Small businesses, in particular, are already saddled with high unemployment taxes and other state-imposed mandates that, when faced with higher wage mandates on top of it all, force them to make tough decisions that often time result in staff reductions
The Business Council of New York State Supports the Environmental Bond Act on the November Ballot
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State supports the proposed $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Bond Act, on the statewide ballot for New Yorker’s consideration on November 8th
The Business Council of New York State PAC Announces 2022 Political Endorsements
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State’s Political Action Committee (PAC) today released the following 2022 endorsements for New York State legislature and two state-wide offices.
Endorsements are based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s voting record, their engagement with The Business Council on issues important to our advocacy agenda, a candidate’s response to the PAC’s policy questionnaire, and their positions on key policy issues
The Business Council Applauds Governor Hochul for Signing MWBE Bill Package
Signed Bills Were Part of The Business Council’s MWBE Legislative Package Priority
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, on Thursday, applauded Governor Hochul for signing legislation that strengthens New York’s Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBE) programs
Mario Vazquez Joins The Business Council’s Government Affairs Team
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, announced Tuesday, Mario Vazquez, former Chief Administrator at Excelsior Advisors and previous Legislative Aide to Assemblymember Marcos Crespo, has joined The Business Council of New York State as the Assistant Director of Government Affairs
The Business Council of New York State Approves Four New Directors,
Reelects Board Chair
Albany, NY – The members of The Business Council of New York State reelected 13 board members, and appointed four new members to their governing body. Board Chair Donna DeCarolis was reelected as board chairperson
The Business Council Announces Winner of Inaugural Minority & Women’s Business Award
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State announced Friday, Backyard Barbeque was named the winner of the inaugural Minority & Women’s Business Award. Backyard Barbeque, located in Freeport Long Island, was nominated by Assemblymember Taylor Darling (18th District)
Governor Hochul to Address The Business Council’s Annual Meeting at The Sagamore Resort
Governor Hochul’s Appearance Will Follow Lee Zeldin Speech, State-wide Party Panel
ALBANY – Governor Kathy Hochul will speak at The Business Council’s Annual Meeting on Friday, September 23, at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing
The Business Council Announces 11 Finalists for Inaugural Minority & Women’s Business Award
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State announced Wednesday 11 finalists for the inaugural Minority & Women’s Business Award. The Business Council believes in the continued promotion of economic growth and prosperity for all, and that opportunity must be given to all employers, regardless of race or creed
Stewart’s Shops, Capital Region Chamber to Be Honored by The Business Council
Four Awards to be Presented at Annual Meeting
ALBANY – Stewart’s Shop and the Capital Region Chamber will be honored by The Business Council of New York State when they each receive an annual award in their perspective categories