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U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Google Launch National Small Business B(AI)sics Program
Artificial Intelligence isn’t just for tech giants anymore , it’s becoming a vital tool for small businesses everywhere. The U.S. Chamber and Google have partnered to launch a Small Business b(AI)sics program , a nationwide initiative aimed at providing small business owners with hands-on training, online courses, and access to real-world AI tools that save time, increase efficiency, and open doors to growth. What the program offers: In-person local training through a network


A Wake Up Call for Wyoming: Radiant Nuclear Heads for Tennessee
After months of debate, Radiant Nuclear has officially abandoned its plans to build a nuclear micro-reactor facility near Bar Nunn, opting for Oak Ridge, Tennessee instead. In a public letter, Radiant’s leadership praised Tennessee’s “business-friendly environment” and “nuclear IQ.” Their combination of support, regulatory alignment, and readiness allowed the company to move forward quickly, and out of Wyoming. WY It Matters: Radiant’s withdrawal is more than a lost proj


The State of Wyoming’s Housing
Housing has always been central to the American dream , but today, it’s also one of the biggest barriers to economic growth. Across the country, supply isn’t keeping up with demand, which is driving up prices, straining affordability, and limiting the mobility of workers and families. This imbalance has cost states billions in lost economic output, income, and jobs. To meet this challenge, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the AEI Housing Center have created Strong Foundations


Wyoming Coal at the Center of Rising Energy Demand
The Department of the Interior announced it will open over 13 million acres of federal land for new coal leases, while the Department of Energy is committing $625 million to modernize coal plants and strengthen the U.S. mining sector. Together, these efforts extend the life of coal-fired power, open doors for export growth, and keep energy reliable and affordable for communities and businesses nationwide. Thanks to the Powder River Basin’s low-sulfur, cost-effective coal,


Sublette County Opens First Ever Hospital: A Win for Community and Business
After more than a century without local access to hospital care, Sublette County has officially opened its first hospital, a milestone that will transform healthcare, strengthen the workforce, and drive economic growth across the region. The $74 million Sublette County Hospital complex includes a 10-bed hospital, a 40-bed long-term care facility, and a memory care unit. Beyond life-saving services like mammograms, cardiology care, and blood transfusions, the facility will g


Are High School Grads Ready for Work? Employers Say “Not Quite”
In Wyoming, and across the nation , we’re bracing for a so-called “perfect storm” of workforce challenges. A nationwide population...


Tariff Update: Federal Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariff Authority
Tariffs on imported goods have surged , creating challenges for American businesses and consumers alike. Small businesses are feeling the...


Statement of H-1B Executive Action
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation titled “ Restrictions on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers ” that has...


The Wyoming Chamber Takes the Fight for Free Enterprise to Washington DC
Last week, your Wyoming Chamber, joined by business leaders across the state, traveled to Washington, DC to make sure Wyoming’s voice was...


Navigating the $50B Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP)
The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) , established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act , is a $50 billion federal initiative...


New Tax Law Supports Small Business Investment and Innovation
The new tax law, officially known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act , delivers significant benefits for Main Street small businesses....


Wyoming in the Running for New U.S. Uranium Refining Facility
Uranium Energy Corp. (UEC) has announced plans to develop a cutting-edge uranium refining and conversion facility in the United States,...


Wyoming Sets Record in Carbon Storage Innovation
The Sweetwater Carbon Storage Hub , a partnership between the University of Wyoming’s School of Energy Resources and Frontier...


Wyoming Chamber Launches The Digital Drive: AI & Innovation
Wyoming is perfectly positioned to lead the next generation of advancement in technology and artificial intelligence, and the time to...


AI Promise, Peril, and Policy
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recently released a comprehensive report on artificial intelligence , laying out both the opportunities and...


Wyoming Revenue Committee Declines to Advance Gaming Tax Bill
The Wyoming House Revenue Committee ended a recent meeting by deciding not to advance a proposed bill that would have doubled the tax...


Wyoming Chamber and Local Chambers to Host Statewide Civics Competition Again in 2026
The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce , in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is excited to announce that applications...


House Passes FY26 National Defense Authorization Act
The House has passed its version of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a $848 billion policy blueprint...


Congressional Bill H.R. 2808 Signed Into Law
Last Friday, President Trump signed H.R. 2808, the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act , into law. The bill amends the Fair Credit...


Sentinel Modernization Sparks Billions in Local Economic Growth
The modernization of America’s nuclear arsenal has taken two major steps forward, and Cheyenne is at the heart of it. The first...
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