On November 7, Texans will go to the polls to vote on 14 proposed amendments to the state constitution. Below is a summary of the first seven propositions, in the order they will appear on the ballot. Direct links to each proposition are also included for further reading.
In Fort Worth, Texas, the power of community collaboration shines through the efforts of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. A recent encounter involving a Chamber volunteer and a company in search of minority-owned subcontractors highlights the organization's commitment to fostering connections and promoting opportunities within the community.
In 1997, the Fort Worth Chamber introduced its Small Business of the Year Awards program. The first awards were presented in 1998 to SoHoPros (1 to 10 employees), Stuart Bacon (11 to 50 employees), and Sedalco (51 to 100 employees).
The Fort Worth Chamber hosted its annual State of the County, presented by Capital One, on August 17, featuring Tarrant County Judge Tim O'Hare. Judge O’Hare recapped his tenure since coming into office at the beginning of 2023, and provided an overview of the county's current trajectory and future aspirations.
The City of Fort Worth's Economic Development Department recently tapped the Fort Worth Chamber to initiate a youth cosmetology field trip with the vision to inspire and educate young female students in entrepreneurship and cosmetology career paths. With a shared goal of fostering education, empowerment, and entrepreneurship, this unique initiative showcased the city's commitment to nurturing its budding talents.
The Fort Worth Chamber is proud to announce the finalists for the distinguished Small Business of the Year Award, proudly presented by Bank of Texas. This annual accolade not only acknowledges exceptional achievement but also pays homage to the tenacity and excellence displayed by small businesses that embody exemplary "Best Practices."
A recent report was published by the Economic Innovation Group (EIG), examining migration trends in the United States in 2020 and 2021 during the initial recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. By tracking households’ tax returns as they move from county to county, the EIG found “that the flight of workers and families from major cities […]
At a Fort Worth City Council meeting on August 8, City Manager David Cooke unveiled a proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. Several additional meetings are scheduled to take place on the budget throughout August and September before finalization, but several items stand out as being of potential interest to the business community. Overview The […]
During these walks, Chamber representatives engage in face-to-face conversations with business owners, gaining insights into current business challenges and trends. This valuable information informs the Chamber's strategies and initiatives, tailoring its support to best serve the community.
With career readiness ranking as a top concern for employers, especially among K-12 students, the Fort Worth Chamber and Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County have joined forces to present valuable information to T3 (Tarrant To and Through) counselors. The collaborative effort aims to equip counselors with insights on college and career opportunities, enabling them to guide students and parents through their academic and vocational journeys.
Texas legislators have one constitutional duty every other year when the Legislature is in session: pass a budget. This biennium’s budget process featured operating with a historic surplus of more than $30 billion, generating robust debate on how to best spend those resources. The final version eclipsed 1,000 pages, so here are some highlights of what is included in the 2024-2025 budget.
Volunteers are critical as the Fort Worth Chamber focuses on business climate challenges. Members of its Area Boards and Business Retention and Expansion Committee proactively connect with existing businesses to learn how to ensure that businesses stay and grow in Fort Worth. The Fort Worth Chamber proudly announces the formation of its inaugural Corporate BRE (Business Retention & Expansion) Team. This team was formed by John Vallance, Audit Partner for Whitley, and is made up of ten exceptional individuals who will play a pivotal role in garnering feedback from their clients.
The Fort Worth business community secured several public policy wins during the regular session of the 88th Legislature, such as the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act (HB 5), key infrastructure funding, property tax relief, and a boost to Texas community colleges to more adequately prepare the state’s workforce. To inform the business community of other legislative wins, the Chamber will be highlighting a variety of bills that became law this past session. Next up on the list: enhanced film incentives.
July 21, 2023 The Fort Worth Chamber will celebrate the grand opening of its newest member, Dogtopia, on Wednesday, August 9. Navigating the permitting process can be a complex task for any business, and Dogtopia was no exception. In a stroke of good fortune, the Fort Worth Chamber stepped in to lend a helping hand. […]
The Texas Legislature has reached a long-awaited solution to deliver $18 billion of tax relief to Texans. After several rounds of negotiations from the regular session and two different special sessions, the Texas House and Senate have agreed on a tax relief package that now sits on Governor Abbott’s desk for approval. The Governor has […]
