Indiana Chamber unveils 2025 legislative agenda 

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce unveiled its top 10 legislative priorities for the 2025 legislative session, focusing on ensuring property tax reforms don’t shift to businesses and addressing barriers to labor force participation.& (Photo/Indiana Chamber website) The policy goals align with Indiana Chamber’s plan for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035 (IP35). A survey of Indiana Chamber businesses at the end of 2024 identified the critical areas where Hoosier businesses need the most help. Economic growth, innovation and entrepreneurship and workforce development and talent were the top two issues.& “We look forward to working with lawmakers, Gov.-elect Braun and other stakeholders to advance bills that fall under IP35 and move the state further ahead and increase its competitiveness. At the same time, we will champion small business and defend against legislation that hinders economic growth and free enterprise,” said Vanessa Green Sinders, president and CEO of Indiana Chamber. “Together, these actions are what will enable Indiana to rise even higher on the list of best states to do business and be a place where more people want to live and work.”& The agenda focuses on the following priorities:& Economic growth, innovation and entrepreneurship& Ensure property tax reforms make sense for all...