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

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

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...

Tariffs on imported goods have surged , creating challenges for American businesses and consumers alike. Small businesses are feeling the...

On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation titled “ Restrictions on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers ” that has...

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

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

The new tax law, officially known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act , delivers significant benefits for Main Street small businesses....

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

The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce , in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is excited to announce that applications...

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

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

Your Wyoming Chamber of Commerce, together with chambers across the state—including the Campbell County Chamber of Commerce, Casper Area...

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

Small businesses are the backbone of America’s economy, but rising health care costs are holding them back. While large corporations can...

We asked you, Wyoming’s business community, for your input, and you delivered a clear, united message: the state’s current permitting...

The new “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is delivering real savings for small businesses, with permanent deductions, bigger credits, and...

Retail crime is no longer just a big-city problem. Wyoming’s small businesses are under siege from organized theft rings, repeat...

The future of business isn’t 5 or 10 years away, it’s here . And thanks to recent federal action, the U.S. is positioning itself at the...

We know there’s been a lot of confusion, uncertainty, and disagreement surrounding the One Big Beautiful Bill. But there’s also a lot of...