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WISCONSIN'S CHAMBER
Press Releases
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WMC’s Rachel Ver Velde Promoted to Associate Vice President & Senior Political Advisor
February 15, 2024
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Thursday that Rachel Ver Velde was promoted to Associate Vice President of Government Relations. In addition, she will take on additional duties as a senior political advisor for the organization.
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Ashley Furniture Founder Inducted into Manufacturing Hall of Fame
February 13, 2024
Ron Wanek Will Be First New Inductee Since 1970s MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association –
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Biden EPA’s New Air Standard is Devastating to Manufacturing and the Economy
February 8, 2024
MADISON – President Joe Biden’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the PM2.5 rule on Wednesday that would make significant changes to National Ambient Air Quality
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WMC and WMC Litigation Center Celebrate Court’s Decision to Strike Down Illegal Transportation Tax
February 7, 2024
MADISON – On Wednesday, the Court of Appeals struck down the Village of Pewaukee’s transportation utility fee, confirming the charge is an illegal tax. Wisconsin
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33 Wisconsin Associations Urge Worker’s Compensation Reform
February 6, 2024
Letter to lawmakers calls for Medical Fee Schedule MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – was joined
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Employers Call for Worker’s Compensation Medical Fee Schedule to Lower Costs
February 5, 2024
More than 100 employers sign letter to lawmakers urging action before the end of session MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state
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WMC Promotes Evan Umpir to General Counsel
January 23, 2024
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Tuesday the promotion of Evan Umpir. In
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Economic Optimism Drops to Historic Low in Latest Wisconsin Employer Survey
January 18, 2024
Hiring & Wage Growth Dip Significantly from One Year Ago MADISON – A new survey of Wisconsin businesses previewed a slow economic start to 2024,
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WMC Applauds Senate Passage of EV Charging Legislation
January 16, 2024
MADISON – The Wisconsin state Senate passed SB 791 on Tuesday 29-2. The bill would allow private businesses to offer electric vehicle charging by the
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Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Finalists Announced
January 11, 2024
MADISON – Thirty-six Wisconsin manufacturers have been selected as finalists for the 35th Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards. Manufacturing is the state’s top