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Wisconsin businesses report improved worker availability amid continued challenges

The latest Wisconsin Employer Survey, conducted by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), indicates a decrease in the number of businesses struggling to find workers.

By The Sconi | Jan 14, 2025

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NFIB reports surge in small business optimism amid positive economic outlook

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index has seen a notable rise, increasing by 3.4 points in December to reach 105.1.

By The Sconi | Jan 14, 2025

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Wisconsin Legislature begins session; focuses on tax cuts and economic growth

By The Sconi | Jan 13, 2025

The Wisconsin Legislature has commenced its 2025-26 session with Republicans maintaining a majority in both the Assembly and Senate.

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Wisconsin announces finalists for annual manufacturer of the year awards

By The Sconi | Jan 9, 2025

Nearly two dozen manufacturers in Wisconsin have been named finalists for the 36th Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards.

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Wisconsin chamber names new leadership for 2025

By The Sconi | Jan 2, 2025

The Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE), affiliated with Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), has announced its 2025 Board of Advisors.

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Wisconsin faces tough choices in funding its transportation system

By The Sconi | Dec 19, 2024

When the Wisconsin Legislature reconvenes in January 2025, addressing the state's transportation funding will likely be a primary concern.

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FDA conducted second highest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Wisconsin during Q3

By The Sconi | Dec 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Veterinary companies from Wisconsin in the third quarter of 2024.

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NAR reaches settlement affecting real estate transaction practices

By The Sconi | Dec 6, 2024

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has reached a settlement agreement that introduces significant changes to how real estate transactions are conducted, particularly regarding the negotiation and disclosure of compensation for brokers and...

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Wisconsin sees mixed results in building permit activity for third quarter

By The Sconi | Dec 6, 2024

The Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) has reported a notable increase in housing activity for 2024, with a year-to-date growth of 12.8% compared to the same period in 2023.

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Dane County judge overturns portions of Wisconsin's Act 10

By The Sconi | Dec 2, 2024

A Dane County judge has overturned parts of the 2011 Act 10, restoring collective bargaining rights for public employees in Wisconsin.

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Which type of Wisconsin companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By The Sconi | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 14 inspections at 14 Food and Cosmetics companies from Wisconsin in the third quarter of 2024.

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Wisconsin: Device companies were the second least FDA inspected companies in Wisconsin in Q3

By The Sconi | Nov 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two device companies from Wisconsin in the third quarter of 2024.

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WMC challenges Neenah's transportation fee as unlawful tax

By The Sconi | Oct 24, 2024

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) has taken legal action against the City of Neenah, serving a notice of claim over the city's Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee (TARF).

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Jolly Good Soda wins Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin award

By The Sconi | Oct 17, 2024

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), in collaboration with Johnson Financial Group, has announced the winner of the 2024 Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest. Jolly Good Soda, produced by Krier Foods in Random Lake, was declared the victor at WMC's annual Business Day event held on Thursday in Madison.

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Wisconsin: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Wisconsin in Q3

By The Sconi | Oct 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from Wisconsin in the third quarter of 2024.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Wisconsin during Q3

By The Sconi | Oct 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from Wisconsin in the third quarter of 2024.

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Airline Trade Group: Policymakers should ‘ensure unnecessary regulation doesn’t eliminate’ credit card reward programs for Wisconsinites

By The Sconi | Oct 8, 2024

Marli Collier, managing director of Airlines 4 America (A4A), said policymakers should protect credit card travel reward programs from “unnecessary regulations,” as the U.S. Senate now considers two bills that could impact such programs for Wisconsin residents.

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Congressman Bryan Steil discusses key policy issues with WMC's Kurt Bauer

By The Sconi | Oct 8, 2024

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce's Kurt Bauer recently interviewed Congressman Bryan Steil to discuss policy issues affecting Wisconsin employers and families. The video of the interview was released on Tuesday. During the conversation, Bauer, who is WMC’s President & CEO, highlighted that Rep. Steil’s district is a significant focus in this election cycle.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Wisconsin companies were under most scrutiny during September?

By The Sconi | Oct 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Food and Cosmetics companies from Wisconsin in September.

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Wisconsin resident: Credit Card Competition Act is ‘nothing more than a government handout’ to major corporations

By The Sconi | Sep 27, 2024

Rob Rasmussen, a former tutor and Oak Creek resident, said proposed Senate Bill 1838, the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA), would be a benefit only to major corporations and would negatively impact American consumers and small businesses.