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What the $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program Means for Wyoming
The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) is investing $50 billion nationwide to stabilize and strengthen rural hospitals and healthcare providers. This initiative is especially important for states like Wyoming, where access to quality healthcare is vital to keeping our rural communities strong and sustainable. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published details in September outlining how states could


Wyoming Chamber of Commerce Joins National Effort to End Historic Government Shutdown
Last week , the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce joined a national coalition of chambers and business organizations from across the country in urging Congress to come together and reopen the federal government. That call has been answered, and the government is finally back to work. With the conclusion of the longest shutdown in our nation’s history, federal agencies are resuming operations, national parks are reopening, and the country is beginning to get back on track. It will


Shutdown Puts $3.7 Million a Week at Risk for Wyoming’s Small Contractors
For more than 80 years, the U.S. government has made it a priority to ensure that small businesses receive a fair share of federal contracts. These contracts often serve as a reliable source of income for small business owners—until a government shutdown halts payments and operations. When the government shuts down, that steady flow of opportunity stops cold. Payments freeze, projects stall, and small business owners, the very entrepreneurs who keep America running, are left


Wyoming Chamber Supports Challenge to Unlawful H-1B Visa Fee
The Wyoming Chamber stands in support of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s legal challenge against the administration’s newly imposed $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions. This unprecedented fee threatens to make it nearly impossible for Wyoming employers, especially small and midsize businesses, to access the global talent they need to grow and innovate. The U.S. Chamber’s lawsuit argues that the fee violates the Immigration and Nationality Act , which requires visa fees to


Government Shutdown Impacts Small Businesses Nationwide
Wyoming small businesses, from tourism operators to manufacturers and ag producers, are not immune to the effects of a government shutdown. Delays in permits, federal loans, approvals, or contracts can stall operations, limit growth, and disrupt supply chains across the state. When government functions pause, so does progress. Whether it’s a family-owned construction company waiting on a federal contract or a small producer depending on USDA certification, these disruptions


Wyoming Chamber Applauds Reintroduction of Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act
The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce applauds the bipartisan reintroduction of the Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act , led by Representative Smucker and a bipartisan group of cosponsors. This legislation, praised by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, marks a significant step toward addressing the nation’s ongoing labor shortage by creating a new H-2C visa category for essential, nonagricultural sectors. The bill ensures opportunities for qualified U.S. workers remain pro


You’ve Seen the Headlines on OBBA—But Have You Put It to Work for Your Business?
I’m sure you’ve all seen the numerous articles and information spread about the benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA), but...


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 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...


Wyoming Chambers Call on Congress: It’s Time for Permitting Reform
Your Wyoming Chamber of Commerce, together with chambers across the state—including the Campbell County Chamber of Commerce, Casper Area...


Department of Labor Updates Policies to Support Small Businesses
The Department of Labor is implementing new policies designed to make wage, hour, and workplace safety enforcement fairer for America’s...


A Call to Action: Why Congress Must Pass the Association Health Plans Act
Small businesses are the backbone of America’s economy, but rising health care costs are holding them back. While large corporations can...


Wyoming Businesses Agree: Wyoming's Permitting System Needs an Overhaul
We asked you, Wyoming’s business community, for your input, and you delivered a clear, united message: the state’s current permitting...
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