Economic Recovery & Reopening Update: 8/9/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update August 9, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Platkin closer to approval as NJ Attorney General CHIPs legislation to be signed by President Biden Inflation report anticipated Platkin Closer to Approval as NJ Attorney GeneralDuring a rare August hearing, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Matthew Platkin's nomination as attorney general through to the full Senate in a bipartisan vote that included one Republican. (NJBIZ) CHIPs
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/9/2022
August 9, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Platkin closer to approval as NJ Attorney General CHIPs legislation to be signed by President Biden Inflation report anticipated Platkin Closer to Approval as NJ Attorney GeneralDuring a rare August hearing, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Matthew Platkin's nomination as attorney general through to the full Senate in a bipartisan vote that included one Republican. (NJBIZ) CHIPs Legislation to be Signed by President
Economic Recovery & Reopening Update: 8/8/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update August 8, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Senate Democrats Pass Economic Package NJ: More Than 2,000 New COVID-19 Cases but Transmission Rate Remains Below One Murphy in Israel Senate Democrats Pass Economic PackageDemocrats pushed their election-year economic package to Senate passage Sunday, a hard-fought compromise less ambitious than President Joe Biden’s original domestic version. The estimated $740 billion package heads
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/5/2022
August 5, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Hiring Surge: U.S. employers add 528,000 jobs; unemployment falls to 3.5%. Some businesses are giving up state tax breaks as workers stay out of offices. Tougher IRS enforcement is central to federal economic package. Hiring Surge: U.S. Employers Add 528,000 jobs; Unemployment Falls to 3.5%Defying anxiety about a possible recession and raging inflation, U.S. employers added a stunning 528,000 jobs last month, restoring all the jobs
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/3/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update August 3, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Outdoor tents for N.J. bars and restaurants allowed during the pandemic can stay under new law. New Gateway Tunnel boss digs in to build an organization the feds could invest billions in. Should CDC recommend more tests, longer isolation for COVID-19 patients? Outdoor Tents for N.J. Bars and Restaurants that Have Been Allowed During the Pandemic Can Stay Under New LawOutdoor dining
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/4/2022
August 4, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Applications for U.S. jobless claims up again last week. Lawmakers will begin tackling a huge New Jersey judge shortage. Delays, downgrades, unplanned layovers: U.S. proposes to increase refund protections for air travelers. Applications for U.S. Jobless Claims Up Again Last WeekMore Americans applied for jobless benefits last week as the number continues to rise modestly, though the labor market remains one of the strongest parts of
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/1/2022
August 1, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE N.J. raised its spending cap on transportation infrastructure by $600 million. Buttigieg helps break ground on new Portal Bridge construction. N.J. offers small businesses free resources to tap global market. New Jersey Raised its Spending Cap on Transportation Infrastructure by $600 MillionA law enacted this summer increased the spending cap so the Transportation Trust Fund can continue to pump out $2 billion annually for
Economic & Recovery Update: News Release: 8/2/2022
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Economic & Recovery Update: News Release 8/2/2022
August 2, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Gov. Murphy tells top fed: NYC congestion pricing is not going to happen if N.J. is ‘double taxed.’ Labor shortage persists: U.S. job openings slid to a still-high 10.7 million in June. They broke ground on a new Portal Bridge. Now see what it will look like. Gov. Murphy Tells Top Fed: NYC Congestion Pricing is Not Going to Happen if N.J. is ‘Double Taxed’New York City’s congestion pricing plan to charge drivers a fee to drive into
Economic Recovery & Reopening Update: 7/28/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update July 28, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE NJ Chamber on why the Legislature is the last hope for business. Pennsylvania drops its state corporate tax while NJ stands by. US economy shrinks for a second quarter, raising recession fear. N.J. Chamber on Why the Legislature is the Last Hope for Business"States across U.S. are using federal pandemic relief to help strengthen their business climates. New Jersey should, too," N.J.
Economic Recovery & Reopening Update: 7/29/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update July 29, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Inflation and wage data suggest U.S. prices will keep climbing. U.S. reaches deal with Moderna for omicron COVID-19 vaccine. NYC's controversial congestion pricing plan is moving forward. Inflation and Wage Data Suggest U.S. Prices will Keep ClimbingInflation surged in June and workers’ average wages accelerated in the spring – signs that Americans won’t likely feel any relief from
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/27/2022
July 27, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Fed unleashes another big rate hike in bid to curb inflation. How the rate hikes affect your finances. How do we know when a recession has begun? The Fed Unleashes Another Big Rate Hike in Bid to Curb InflationThe Federal Reserve today raised its benchmark interest rate by three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in three decades to tame high inflation. It will raise its key rate to a range of
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Monmouth County Workforce Development News Release: 7/28/2022
Bosses are oblivious to why employees are really quitting. Here’s what they need to know https://fortune.com/2022/07/26/how-can-companies-retain-employees/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202022-07-27%20HR%20Dive:%20Talent%20%5Bissue:43398%5D&utm_term=HR%20Dive:%20Talent Bosses are oblivious to why employees are really quitting. Here’s what they need to know BY TREY WILLIAMS July 26, 2022 12:11 PM EDT More than money, people often want to feel valued, as well as a sense of belonging
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Monmouth County Workforce & Development: News Release: 7/26/2022
MONMOUTH COUNTY DIVISION OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT IS MOVING!!! Unfortunately, our agency is not authorized to provide unemployment assistance. The New Jersey Department of Labor is the only resource for unemployment information. Please contact them at: MyUnemployment.nj.govorCentral New Jersey Call Center at 732 761-2020 If you forward this email to anyone, PLEASE take your contact information off the BOTTOM of the email so that your email address is not "unsubscribed" by mistake. WE CANNOT RE-ADD YOUR
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/26/2022
July 26, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE U.S. economy is sending mixed signals: Here’s what it all means. Federal pandemic aid could help N.J. during an economic downturn. Consumers confidence slides for third straight month in July. U.S. Economy is Sending Mixed Signals: Here’s What it All MeansThe U.S. economy is caught in an awkward, painful place. A confusing one, too. Growth appears to be sputtering, home sales are tumbling and economists warn of a potential recession
Economic Recovery & Reopening Update: 7/22/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update July 22, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE ‘A beacon of hope’: Ukraine and Russia sign grain export deal. Private-Sector employment in June exceeds pre-pandemic level. Sixers announce plans for $1.3B arena in Philly – and reaffirm their commitment to Camden. ‘A Beacon of Hope’: Ukraine and Russia Sign Grain Export DealRussia and Ukraine signed agreements today clearing the way for exporting millions of tons of desperately needed
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Monmouth County Workforce & Development: News Release: 7/21/2022
Partnering for Impact: Connecting Organizations With the Right Talent https://trainingindustry.com/articles/workforce-development/partnering-for-impact-connecting-organizations-with-the-right-talent/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trainingindustry&utm_source=weekly/ July 15, 2022 Susan Buckey The Great Resignation remains upon us. Countless workers are leaving their jobs — and in some cases, fleeing industries — in search of better opportunities that meet their needs. Workers, like no other time in our
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/21/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update July 21, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Biden tests positive for Covid-19, White House says. Amazon is acquiring One Medical for nearly $4 billion. Housing market chills as mortgage rates, prices scare buyers. Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19, White House SaysPresident Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing "mild symptoms," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said today. Biden, 79, did not
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/20/2022
July 20, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE U.S. health insurers raise rates to match increase in usage. CDC endorses more traditional Novavax COVID shot for adults. New billboards in states that restrict abortion urge businesses to come to N.J. U.S. Health Insurers Raise Rates to Match Increase in UsageAfter putting off routine health care for much of the pandemic, Americans are returning to doctors’ offices in big numbers – leading to higher insurance rates. Health insurers in
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/19/2022
July 19, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE N.J. pharmacists seek guidance on prescribing COVID-19 meds. In New Jersey, higher prices may be here to stay. Heat wave to sear state with 90-plus temperatures all week. N.J. Pharmacists Seek Guidance on Prescribing COVID-19 MedsScientists believe vaccines plus treatments like Paxlovid will help contain COVID-19. The FDA authorized pharmacists to dispense the meds, but one pharmacist said "regulations haven't been set up to give us
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Monmouth County Division Workforce & Development: News Release: 7/19/2022
How to Reimagine Your Induction and Onboarding Training for the Hybrid Workplace https://trainingindustry.com/articles/onboarding/how-to-reimagine-your-induction-and-onboarding-training-for-the-hybrid-workplace-spon-ei-design/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trainingindustry&utm_source=weekly/ How to Reimagine Your Induction and Onboarding Training for the Hybrid WorkplaceJuly 13, 2022 Asha Pandey Aside from the screening and selection process, onboarding is the first real taste that new employees get of
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/18/2022
July 18, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE How the state can address inflation. How to give a killer business presentation, even if you're nervous. How to achieve supplier diversity at your organization. How the State Can Address InflationN.J. Chamber of Commerce President Tom Bracken says the best way the state could help small businesses is to offset an automatic tax increase on employers designed to replenish the state’s depleted unemployment insurance fund. A plan to offer
Economic & Recovery: News Release: 7/15/2022
NJ ChamberEconomic Recovery & Reopening Update July 15, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Retail sales up 1% in June, easing fears of a recession. Gas prices are dropping. The books N.J. Chamber members are reading, and the business lessons they are learning. Retail Sales up 1% in June, Easing Fears of a RecessionConsumers picked up their spending from May to June, underscoring their resilience despite painfully higher gas and food prices – easing fears of a recession. U.S.
Economic & Recovery News Release: 7/14/2022
July 14, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE A hopeful sign for the Fed on inflation: slower wage growth. Wholesale inflation in June surged 11.3% from a year ago. State health commissioner: ‘We can’t keep mandating,’ as new COVID-19 strain sweeps New Jersey. A Hopeful Sign for the Fed on Inflation: Slower Wage Growth.Salary increases have leveled off in recent months. That matters because if prices and wages keep pushing each other up, the Federal Reserve – already under
Economic & Recovery News Release: 7/12/2022
July 12, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Omicron subvariants drive COVID-19 cases in NJ nursing homes. Understanding credit card processing fees and chargebacks. Bruce Springsteen announces first NJ concert in seven years. Omicron Subvariants Drive COVID-19 Cases in N.J. Nursing HomesIndustry experts warn that COVID-19 is surging in New Jersey’s long-term care centers driven by BA.4 and BA.5, the highly contagious omicron subvariants. With case numbers climbing among
Economic & Recovery News Release: 7/11/2022
July 11, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE Fewer 'ruthless' bidding wars: Housing market tide may be turning due to rising interest rates and more inventory. N.J. Chamber on state budget: 'What is the plan for the economic recovery?' George Washington Bridge goes to cashless toll collection exclusively. Fewer Ruthless Bidding Wars: Housing Market Tide May be Turning Due to Rising Interest Rates and More InventoryInflation is top of mind for all New Jerseyans – everything is
Economic & Recovery News Release: 7/13/2022
July 13, 2022 Content Curated By Scott Goldstein INSIDE TODAY'S UPDATE U.S. inflation surges again in June, raising risks for economy. The BA.5 variant is most infectious yet, and your COVID-19 immunity may be helpless. New and used cars are still hard to get, and getting your car fixed is no picnic either. U.S. Inflation Surges Again in June, Raising Risks for EconomySurging prices for gas, food and rent catapulted U.S. inflation to a new four-decade peak in June, further pressuring households and likely
