The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry is proud to join a broad coalition of business and community organizations supporting a proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit Tennessee from ever imposing a statewide property tax. While Tennessee has not levied a state property tax since 1949, current law still allows for the possibility. This amendment would…
Governor Lee’s State of the State Highlights Major Healthcare Investments and Policy Priorities On Tuesday, Governor Bill Lee delivered his annual State of the State address, outlining a significant slate of investments and policy priorities aimed at strengthening Tennessee’s healthcare system and improving access to care across the state—particularly in rural communities. Healthcare remains a…
Winter Storm Fern has brought dangerous conditions across Tennessee, leaving communities with power outages, icy roads, and hazardous travel conditions. For businesses, these conditions pose unique challenges: keeping employees safe, maintaining operations, and protecting property. The Tennessee Chamber wants you to be aware of state-supported resources and agencies available to help businesses during this storm. Knowing where to turn can…
On January 13, the Tennessee General Assembly gaveled in the second session of the 114th General Assembly. The session is anticipated to last until late April, at which point lawmakers will return home to begin the campaign season. This year also marks Governor Bill Lee’s final legislative session and budget cycle before he leaves office….
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce was honored to join our member, CoreCivic, in visiting Men of Valor Ministry, a program dedicated to supporting men in their journey toward personal growth, accountability, and reintegration into their communities. During the visit, chamber staff and CoreCivic team members engaged with program participants, learning firsthand about the ministry’s impactful…
This week, the Tennessee Chamber proudly led a delegation of our members to Washington, D.C. for our annual DC Fly-In, bringing the voices of Tennessee businesses directly to the nation’s capital. The day began early with important meetings on Capitol Hill. Delegates met with Katie Lane, Chief of Staff for Senator Marsha Blackburn, followed by…
Calling all Middle School Students! We invite you to share your ideas and flex your civic knowledge in the National Civics Bee! ABOUT THE BEE The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and regional partners across Tennessee to host our third annual National Civics Bee Tennessee, a one-of-a-kind civics competition. The 2025-26 National…
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce was honored to host U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin for a conversation with our members on key issues shaping Tennessee’s economy. During the visit, Administrator Zeldin engaged with local business leaders to discuss opportunities for growth, challenges facing businesses, and strategies for strengthening the state’s competitiveness. The conversation…