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April 29, 2021 "Consumers and Climate First Act' Introduced in General Assembly Gov. JB Pritzker
April 29, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Encourages Kansas Small Businesses to Apply for Paycheck Protection Program Gov. Laura Kelly
April 29, 2021 Governor Newsom Signs Bill Giving Small Business a $6.2 Billion Tax Cut Gov. Gavin Newsom
April 29, 2021 Rep. Wild Cosponsors Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Boost Workforce Training as Part of Covid-19 Economic Recovery Efforts Gov. Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 28, 2021 Gov. Pritzker Announces $15M Investment to Create Two State of the Art Manufacturing Training Academies Downstate Gov. JB Pritzker
April 28, 2021 On Worker Memorial Day, Governor Walz Pushes for Workplace Safety Measures Gov. Tim Walz
April 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and Tom Cole, Ranking Member - Upton leads bipartisan support for funding middle-skills adult education Gov. Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 28, 2021 Gov. Whitmer & Lt. Gov. Gilchrist on President Biden's Address to Congress Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
April 28, 2021 Governor Newsom Issues Proclamation Declaring Workers' Memorial Day 4.28.21 Gov. Gavin Newsom
April 27, 2021 Governor Whitmer on Ford's Announcement to Invest $185 Million in New Battery Research and Development Center Called Ford Ion Park Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
April 27, 2021 Governor Polis Signs Bills Into Law Gov. Jared Polis
April 27, 2021 GadellNet Selects Colorado for Expansion Gov. Jared Polis
April 26, 2021 Governor Stitt Signs Groundbreaking Civil Service Reform Into Law Gov. Kevin Stitt
April 22, 2021 HEAT Members Blast Biden for Moving Ahead with Job-Killing Climate Plan Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 20, 2021 Gov. Kemp Opposes Home Depot Boycott, Continues to Fight for Georgia Jobs Gov. Brian Kemp
April 20, 2021 Fluid Truck Drives Explosive Growth with Nearly 1,500 New Colorado Jobs Gov. Jared Polis
April 19, 2021 Governor Gianforte Boosts Trades Education With New Law Gov. Greg Gianforte
April 16, 2021 Rep. Delgado Amendment to Ease Compliance for Businesses, Protect Employees Passes House Antonio Delgado
April 15, 2021 Tonko, Garamendi, Baldwin, Braun Reintroduce Bipartisan Made in America Act Gov. Mike Braun, ...
April 15, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Steps to Fight Payroll Fraud and Prioritize Michigan Jobs in State Purchasing Decisions Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
April 15, 2021 Rep. Delgado Votes to Secure Equal Pay for Women, Help Close Gender Wage Gap Antonio Delgado
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Jacobs Join Bipartisan Call for Boosting Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Gonzalez Urges President Biden to Optimize Federal Retail Pharmacy Program to Provide Covid-19 Vaccine Gov. Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 13, 2021 Governor Kelly's Advantage Kansas Coordinating Council Holds First Meeting on Improving Workforce Development in Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly
April 13, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 13, 2021 Gov. Kemp: $8.43 Billion, 24,000+ Jobs from Economic Development Projects During First Three Quarters of Fiscal Year Gov. Brian Kemp
April 13, 2021 U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin, Mike Braun and Representative John Garamendi Introduce Bipartisan Reform to Strengthen Buy America Requirements for Federal Government Gov. Mike Braun, ...
April 13, 2021 Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million Investment in Economic Recovery Gov. Tony Evers
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tonko, Schumer, Gillibrand, Katko Call on Biden Administration to Invest in U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 12, 2021 Gov. Beshear Announces 2.5 Million Vaccination Challenge to Lift Many Capacity Restrictions Gov. Andy Beshear
April 12, 2021 Kentucky Tops South Central Region for Economic Development Projects Per Capita in 2020 Gov. Andy Beshear
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senator Hassan, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Fully Fund Measure to Help United States Out-Compete China by Increasing Domestic Semiconductor Production Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 12, 2021 Gov. Whitmer announces federal funding priorities to transform state by promoting job growth and supporting small business Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
April 12, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden - Cotton, Colleagues Ask President Biden to Support Funding for Increased U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov. Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 11, 2021 Gov. Kemp Issues Statement on SK Innovation, LG Energy Solution Deal Gov. Brian Kemp
April 9, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces $16 Billion in Federal Grants to Support Kansas Venues Affected by COVID-19 Gov. Laura Kelly
April 9, 2021 Rep. Delgado Introduces Bipartisan Small Business Bill Antonio Delgado, ...
April 7, 2021 Gov. Beshear: Bipartisan Agreement on Rescue Plan to Create More than 14,500 Jobs in Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear
April 6, 2021 Gov. Evers Announces More Than $46 Million in Support to Small Businesses Gov. Tony Evers
April 6, 2021 Gov. Ivey: Economic development report card shows $4.8 billion in new investment in 2020 Gov. Kay Ivey
April 5, 2021 Governor Stitt Announces Supply Chain Oklahoma to Provide Critical Resources to State Manufacturers Gov. Kevin Stitt
April 1, 2021 Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on his Plan to Invest Federal American Rescue Plan Funds Gov. Tony Evers
April 1, 2021 Gov. Cox And Lt. Gov. Henderson Announce Returnship Initiative Gov. Spencer Cox
April 1, 2021 Gov. Henry McMaster Announces New Economic Development Initiative to Expand Recruitment of Pharmaceutical Companies, Shore Up Emergency Supply Chains Gov. Henry McMaster
March 31, 2021 Gov. Lujan Grisham issues statement on historic legislative passage of legalized adult-use cannabis Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
March 31, 2021 Governor Lamont Statement on President Biden's American Jobs Plan Gov. Ned Lamont
March 31, 2021 Governor Newsom Statement on President Biden's American Jobs Plan Gov. Gavin Newsom
March 30, 2021 President Biden Signs into Law Spanberger-Backed, Bipartisan Legislation to Extend PPP Application Period Until May 31 Gov. Abigail Spanberger
March 30, 2021 Governor Lamont Implements Free Weekend Bus Service During Summer Months in Connecticut as Part of Ongoing COVID-19 Recovery Efforts Gov. Ned Lamont
March 29, 2021 #2021-80 Executive Order re: Reemployment Assistance/Payment of Employer Contributions Gov. Ron DeSantis
March 29, 2021 #2021-80 Executive Order re: Reemployment Assistance/Payment of Employer Contributions Gov. Ron DeSantis
March 29, 2021 Gov. Evers Unveils Robust Plan to Invest Federal American Rescue Plan Funds in Small Businesses, Families, and Communities Statewide, Vetoes Senate Bill 183 Gov. Tony Evers
March 29, 2021 Danimer Scientific Planning $700 Million, 400 Job Expansion in Decatur County Gov. Brian Kemp
March 29, 2021 Auto Supplier Eberspaecher North America Plans 214 Jobs with New Louisville Facility Gov. Andy Beshear
March 29, 2021 New Projects Expected to Create More Than $778 Million in Investments Gov. Mike DeWine
March 25, 2021 Rep. Delgado Visits Upstate Films, Highlights SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Program Antonio Delgado
March 25, 2021 Nucor to Build $164 Million Tube Mill, Create 72 Well-Paying Jobs in Gallatin County Gov. Andy Beshear
March 25, 2021 Jenniffer González, DDEC and UPS bring the Women Export University to Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón
March 25, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces Relaunch of Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment Program Gov. Laura Kelly
March 25, 2021 COVID-19 Update: Regional Mass Vaccination Sites, Vaccine Maintenance Program, BMV Website Redesign Gov. Mike DeWine
March 24, 2021 Senators Braun, Hassan, Representatives Latta, Rice Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support a New Va Program to Help Hire Separating Defense Personnel Gov. Mike Braun
March 23, 2021 Gov. Beshear Signs 10 Public Protection Bills to Keep Kentuckians Safe Gov. Andy Beshear
March 23, 2021 Gov. Pritzker Signs Equity-Centric Legislation Expanding Economic Access and Opportunity Across Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker
March 22, 2021 Governor DeSantis Announces a Proposed $75 Million to Invest in Two New Get There Faster Initiatives Gov. Ron DeSantis
March 22, 2021 Gov. Beshear, Congressman Rogers Announce $14.2 Million in Grants for Eastern Kentucky Economic Development Projects Gov. Andy Beshear
March 22, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Supported Over 3,000 Kansas Small Businesses Gov. Laura Kelly
March 22, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Signs Advantage Kansas Executive Order to Improve Kansas's Workforce Gov. Laura Kelly
March 22, 2021 Governor Abbott Hosts Small Business Roundtable To Discuss COVID-19 Liability Legislation Gov. Greg Abbott
March 19, 2021 Governor Walz Establishes Governor's Committee on the Safety, Health, and Wellbeing of Agricultural and Food Processing Workers Gov. Tim Walz
March 19, 2021 Pritzker Administration Launches Pilot Program to Support Quality Improvements for Child Care Providers in Rural Illinois Communities Gov. JB Pritzker
March 18, 2021 Governor Walz Releases Balanced Budget Prioritizing Working Families, Students, Small Businesses Gov. Tim Walz
March 18, 2021 Governor Mills Signs Bipartisan Supplemental Budget Supporting Maine Businesses & Workers Into Law Gov. Janet Mills
March 18, 2021 Matalco to Locate First Kentucky Operation in Franklin Gov. Andy Beshear
March 18, 2021 Lankford Wants to Extend Paycheck Protection Program to May 2021 Gov. Mike Braun, ...
March 18, 2021 Levin, Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Help Students Access Training for In-Demand Jobs Gov. Abigail Spanberger, ...
Date Title Politician
April 29, 2021 "Consumers and Climate First Act' Introduced in General Assembly Gov.JB Pritzker
April 29, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Encourages Kansas Small Businesses to Apply for Paycheck Protection Program Gov.Laura Kelly
April 29, 2021 Governor Newsom Signs Bill Giving Small Business a $6.2 Billion Tax Cut Gov.Gavin Newsom
April 29, 2021 Rep. Wild Cosponsors Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Boost Workforce Training as Part of Covid-19 Economic Recovery Efforts Gov.Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 28, 2021 Gov. Pritzker Announces $15M Investment to Create Two State of the Art Manufacturing Training Academies Downstate Gov.JB Pritzker
April 28, 2021 On Worker Memorial Day, Governor Walz Pushes for Workplace Safety Measures Gov.Tim Walz
April 28, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and Tom Cole, Ranking Member - Upton leads bipartisan support for funding middle-skills adult education Gov.Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 28, 2021 Gov. Whitmer & Lt. Gov. Gilchrist on President Biden's Address to Congress Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
April 28, 2021 Governor Newsom Issues Proclamation Declaring Workers' Memorial Day 4.28.21 Gov.Gavin Newsom
April 27, 2021 Governor Whitmer on Ford's Announcement to Invest $185 Million in New Battery Research and Development Center Called Ford Ion Park Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
April 27, 2021 Governor Polis Signs Bills Into Law Gov.Jared Polis
April 27, 2021 GadellNet Selects Colorado for Expansion Gov.Jared Polis
April 26, 2021 Governor Stitt Signs Groundbreaking Civil Service Reform Into Law Gov.Kevin Stitt
April 22, 2021 HEAT Members Blast Biden for Moving Ahead with Job-Killing Climate Plan Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 20, 2021 Gov. Kemp Opposes Home Depot Boycott, Continues to Fight for Georgia Jobs Gov.Brian Kemp
April 20, 2021 Fluid Truck Drives Explosive Growth with Nearly 1,500 New Colorado Jobs Gov.Jared Polis
April 19, 2021 Governor Gianforte Boosts Trades Education With New Law Gov.Greg Gianforte
April 16, 2021 Rep. Delgado Amendment to Ease Compliance for Businesses, Protect Employees Passes House Antonio Delgado
April 15, 2021 Tonko, Garamendi, Baldwin, Braun Reintroduce Bipartisan Made in America Act Gov.Mike Braun, ...
April 15, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Steps to Fight Payroll Fraud and Prioritize Michigan Jobs in State Purchasing Decisions Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
April 15, 2021 Rep. Delgado Votes to Secure Equal Pay for Women, Help Close Gender Wage Gap Antonio Delgado
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Jacobs Join Bipartisan Call for Boosting Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Gonzalez Urges President Biden to Optimize Federal Retail Pharmacy Program to Provide Covid-19 Vaccine Gov.Abigail Spanberger, ...
April 13, 2021 Governor Kelly's Advantage Kansas Coordinating Council Holds First Meeting on Improving Workforce Development in Kansas Gov.Laura Kelly
April 13, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 13, 2021 Gov. Kemp: $8.43 Billion, 24,000+ Jobs from Economic Development Projects During First Three Quarters of Fiscal Year Gov.Brian Kemp
April 13, 2021 U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin, Mike Braun and Representative John Garamendi Introduce Bipartisan Reform to Strengthen Buy America Requirements for Federal Government Gov.Mike Braun, ...
April 13, 2021 Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million Investment in Economic Recovery Gov.Tony Evers
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tonko, Schumer, Gillibrand, Katko Call on Biden Administration to Invest in U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 12, 2021 Gov. Beshear Announces 2.5 Million Vaccination Challenge to Lift Many Capacity Restrictions Gov.Andy Beshear
April 12, 2021 Kentucky Tops South Central Region for Economic Development Projects Per Capita in 2020 Gov.Andy Beshear
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senator Hassan, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Fully Fund Measure to Help United States Out-Compete China by Increasing Domestic Semiconductor Production Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 12, 2021 Gov. Whitmer announces federal funding priorities to transform state by promoting job growth and supporting small business Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
April 12, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden - Cotton, Colleagues Ask President Biden to Support Funding for Increased U.S. Semiconductor Production Gov.Kelly Armstrong, ...
April 11, 2021 Gov. Kemp Issues Statement on SK Innovation, LG Energy Solution Deal Gov.Brian Kemp
April 9, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces $16 Billion in Federal Grants to Support Kansas Venues Affected by COVID-19 Gov.Laura Kelly
April 9, 2021 Rep. Delgado Introduces Bipartisan Small Business Bill Antonio Delgado, ...
April 7, 2021 Gov. Beshear: Bipartisan Agreement on Rescue Plan to Create More than 14,500 Jobs in Kentucky Gov.Andy Beshear
April 6, 2021 Gov. Evers Announces More Than $46 Million in Support to Small Businesses Gov.Tony Evers
April 6, 2021 Gov. Ivey: Economic development report card shows $4.8 billion in new investment in 2020 Gov.Kay Ivey
April 5, 2021 Governor Stitt Announces Supply Chain Oklahoma to Provide Critical Resources to State Manufacturers Gov.Kevin Stitt
April 1, 2021 Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on his Plan to Invest Federal American Rescue Plan Funds Gov.Tony Evers
April 1, 2021 Gov. Cox And Lt. Gov. Henderson Announce Returnship Initiative Gov.Spencer Cox
April 1, 2021 Gov. Henry McMaster Announces New Economic Development Initiative to Expand Recruitment of Pharmaceutical Companies, Shore Up Emergency Supply Chains Gov.Henry McMaster
March 31, 2021 Gov. Lujan Grisham issues statement on historic legislative passage of legalized adult-use cannabis Gov.Michelle Lujan Grisham
March 31, 2021 Governor Lamont Statement on President Biden's American Jobs Plan Gov.Ned Lamont
March 31, 2021 Governor Newsom Statement on President Biden's American Jobs Plan Gov.Gavin Newsom
March 30, 2021 President Biden Signs into Law Spanberger-Backed, Bipartisan Legislation to Extend PPP Application Period Until May 31 Gov.Abigail Spanberger
March 30, 2021 Governor Lamont Implements Free Weekend Bus Service During Summer Months in Connecticut as Part of Ongoing COVID-19 Recovery Efforts Gov.Ned Lamont
March 29, 2021 #2021-80 Executive Order re: Reemployment Assistance/Payment of Employer Contributions Gov.Ron DeSantis
March 29, 2021 #2021-80 Executive Order re: Reemployment Assistance/Payment of Employer Contributions Gov.Ron DeSantis
March 29, 2021 Gov. Evers Unveils Robust Plan to Invest Federal American Rescue Plan Funds in Small Businesses, Families, and Communities Statewide, Vetoes Senate Bill 183 Gov.Tony Evers
March 29, 2021 Danimer Scientific Planning $700 Million, 400 Job Expansion in Decatur County Gov.Brian Kemp
March 29, 2021 Auto Supplier Eberspaecher North America Plans 214 Jobs with New Louisville Facility Gov.Andy Beshear
March 29, 2021 New Projects Expected to Create More Than $778 Million in Investments Gov.Mike DeWine
March 25, 2021 Rep. Delgado Visits Upstate Films, Highlights SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Program Antonio Delgado
March 25, 2021 Nucor to Build $164 Million Tube Mill, Create 72 Well-Paying Jobs in Gallatin County Gov.Andy Beshear
March 25, 2021 Jenniffer González, DDEC and UPS bring the Women Export University to Puerto Rico Gov.Jenniffer González-Colón
March 25, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces Relaunch of Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment Program Gov.Laura Kelly
March 25, 2021 COVID-19 Update: Regional Mass Vaccination Sites, Vaccine Maintenance Program, BMV Website Redesign Gov.Mike DeWine
March 24, 2021 Senators Braun, Hassan, Representatives Latta, Rice Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support a New Va Program to Help Hire Separating Defense Personnel Gov.Mike Braun
March 23, 2021 Gov. Beshear Signs 10 Public Protection Bills to Keep Kentuckians Safe Gov.Andy Beshear
March 23, 2021 Gov. Pritzker Signs Equity-Centric Legislation Expanding Economic Access and Opportunity Across Illinois Gov.JB Pritzker
March 22, 2021 Governor DeSantis Announces a Proposed $75 Million to Invest in Two New Get There Faster Initiatives Gov.Ron DeSantis
March 22, 2021 Gov. Beshear, Congressman Rogers Announce $14.2 Million in Grants for Eastern Kentucky Economic Development Projects Gov.Andy Beshear
March 22, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Supported Over 3,000 Kansas Small Businesses Gov.Laura Kelly
March 22, 2021 Governor Laura Kelly Signs Advantage Kansas Executive Order to Improve Kansas's Workforce Gov.Laura Kelly
March 22, 2021 Governor Abbott Hosts Small Business Roundtable To Discuss COVID-19 Liability Legislation Gov.Greg Abbott
March 19, 2021 Governor Walz Establishes Governor's Committee on the Safety, Health, and Wellbeing of Agricultural and Food Processing Workers Gov.Tim Walz
March 19, 2021 Pritzker Administration Launches Pilot Program to Support Quality Improvements for Child Care Providers in Rural Illinois Communities Gov.JB Pritzker
March 18, 2021 Governor Walz Releases Balanced Budget Prioritizing Working Families, Students, Small Businesses Gov.Tim Walz
March 18, 2021 Governor Mills Signs Bipartisan Supplemental Budget Supporting Maine Businesses & Workers Into Law Gov.Janet Mills
March 18, 2021 Matalco to Locate First Kentucky Operation in Franklin Gov.Andy Beshear
March 18, 2021 Lankford Wants to Extend Paycheck Protection Program to May 2021 Gov.Mike Braun, ...
March 18, 2021 Levin, Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Help Students Access Training for In-Demand Jobs Gov.Abigail Spanberger, ...
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