4/28: US Chamber Covid Relief Updates

The latest news from U.S. Chamber of Commerce...

Covid Resources

COVID-19 Vaccination Tax Creditย - We've uploaded the recording from Mondayโ€™s webinar to discuss the COVID-19 Vaccination Tax Credit. ย Clickย hereย to view the webinar, plus theย White House fact sheetย discussed during the event.ย  Furthermore, recordings from our prior Small Business Update events can be foundย here.

Learn more about available assistanceย - The U.S. Chamber, as part of its Save Small Business Initiative, has put together this comprehensive list of guides, resources, and tips available for your small business during the pandemic. ย Startย exploringย hereย to see how you can get the help you need.

See more resources from COโ€”ย - Our teams at COโ€” have created a one-stop shop for all things coronavirus when it comes to your business. ย 

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Great Work, Swire Coca-Cola!

We love to see our Chamber members making the world a better place!

In recognition of Earth Day, Chamber investor, Swire Coca-Cola, participated in a SOLVE Oregon Spring Clean event at Memorial Park in Wilsonville. Thirteen associates volunteered for nearly 20 hours total collecting litter in the park and around the surrounding neighborhoods.

This is just a small part of Swireโ€™s mission to achieve a world without waste. Swire Coca-Cola, has the goal of being the best corporate citizen everywhere they do business and we’re proud to have them as an integral part of our Chamber!

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St. Francis of Assisi’s Online Auction

Visit St. Francis’ Website to Get Involved!

Online Auction of Faith will fund vital family health and community health efforts Wilsonville, Ore. โ€“ In order to continue serving families in need and the broader community, some local churches have pivoted their worship and outreach programs during the COVID pandemic. Wilsonvilleโ€™s Episcopal Church is a good example. Since March 2020, St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church membership has remained dedicated to meeting community-based needs through the innovative delivery of numerous efforts while they observed safe health practices.


โ€œIn scripture, it is abundantly clear that we are called to care for one another. Out of the challenges of this past year, we have experienced unexpected grace when we have stopped and cared for one another.… Read the rest

US Chamber Covid Relief Updates

The latest news from U.S. Chamber of Commerce...

Infrastructure

Summary of President Bidenโ€™s Infrastructure Proposalย - Today, the Biden Administration released their $2 trillion infrastructure plan, which is availableย here.

U.S. Chamberโ€™s Statement on President Bidenโ€™s Infrastructure Proposalย - In response to the unveiling of President Bidenโ€™s infrastructure plan, U.S. Chamberย executive vice president and chief policy officer Neil Bradley released a statement, which can be viewed byย clicking here.ย  Additionally, we issued the following initial reactions to the presidentโ€™s proposal:

Recent Press Releases

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3 Solutions to Common Hiring Problems

Some businesses are saying we are in the midst of a secondary pandemic. But itโ€™s not the kind that requires masks and handwashing. No, this one is harder to control.

There is a dearth of people willing (or able) to work for a multitude of reasons. Employers across the country are posting signs asking for patience with their existing employees because the business is understaffed. In fact, there are hiring managers who are scheduling interviews only to have no one show up! You canโ€™t hire people who donโ€™t even come to an interview.

So whatโ€™s a business to do?

Some people blame the business. They believe that the average person wants to work but canโ€™t afford to because of minimal wages and expensive childcare.… Read the rest