The Missouri House of Representatives has added to all budget bills language that will ban state spending on staff, vendors, consultants, and programs associated with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Business leaders believe this is tantamount to displaying a sign that Missouri is “closed for business” and will impede our ability to attract new workforce members and economic development. It’s critical that our Missouri legislators hear directly from Kansas City businesses how this language overreaches into the efforts of private enterprise.
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As you know, improving childcare access has been a top priority for the KC Chamber and area businesses for the past decade. Now the KC Chamber is asking for your help in advocacy to address the lack of accessible childcare seats in our region, which has been a major barrier to getting our full workforce back into jobs and hampering the ability of employers to fill critical workforce needs. Currently 41% of all Missouri counties lack accredited childcare facilities, greatly hampering the ability for workers to participate in the workforce.
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The Missouri House of Representatives is considering legislation on a critical upskill credentialing program and they need to hear from Kansas City area employers who support this grant program to help address the workforce needs. Please email your Missouri House member today and request their support of HB 417.
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