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Employers Call for Worker’s Compensation Medical Fee Schedule to Lower Costs

More than 100 employers sign letter to lawmakers urging action before the end of session MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association –

February 5, 2024

WMC Promotes Evan Umpir to General Counsel

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Tuesday the promotion of Evan Umpir. In addition to his role as

January 23, 2024

Economic Optimism Drops to Historic Low in Latest Wisconsin Employer Survey

Hiring & Wage Growth Dip Significantly from One Year Ago MADISON – A new survey of Wisconsin businesses previewed a slow economic start to 2024, as only one-fifth of employers

January 18, 2024

WMC Applauds Senate Passage of EV Charging Legislation

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 kilowatt-hour to customers for a

January 16, 2024

Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Finalists Announced

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 industry, employing nearly half a

January 11, 2024

Craig Summerfield Promoted to WMC’s Senior Director of Environmental & Energy Policy

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced Thursday that Craig Summerfield was promoted to Senior Director of Environmental & Energy

January 10, 2024