On Tuesday, business and community leaders tuned-in for part four of the Chamber’s highly anticipated 2020 Congressional Series, featuring a discussion with U.S. Congressman Joaquin Castro (D-TX), moderated by the Chamber’s President and ...
We continue to be amazed each and every day by the continuous outpouring of genuine well-wishing from folks all over the community, banding together to show support for essential workers in San Antonio.With two weeks left in the campaign, it’s ...
It was Election Night in Texas on Tuesday, with some very close races across Bexar County. Voter turnout was higher than expected for a Joint Primary Runoff Election, coming in at 10%. Of the total 114,000 votes cast, 31,600 were cast on Election ...
On Tuesday, your Chamber’s Infrastructure Committee convened an outstanding group of experts to discuss issues that impact the success of our entire community. The first half of the meeting centered around the possibility of a Senate bill ...
If you haven’t had the chance to view our Influencer Series on YouTube yet, you are in for a treat. As a collection of interviews between our President & CEO Richard Perez and some of the top community leaders in our city, the Influencer ...
With the #WeHeartSAHeroes campaign extended to the end of July, why not show your appreciation and support for the essential workers of our community by joining us?To participate, be creative and show your thanks for essential workers. A show of ...
With the last day of early voting upon us, just over 42,000 individuals have cast their votes in the July 14 Joint Primary Runoff Election. Turnout is higher than normal for a primary runoff despite the COVID-19 pandemic.Bexar County Elections ...
You have the chance to shape the future of San Antonio for the next 10 years. All you have to do is complete the 2020 Census from the comfort of your own home – online, by phone or by mail. The Census is a once in a decade opportunity for you ...
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Alamo Colleges Economic and Workforce Development department launched a program designed to support local small businesses impacted by the pandemic by providing training to upskill or reskill current and new ...
Undeterred by the uncertainty of the pandemic, UTSA professors Dr. Carmen Fies and Dr. Chris Packham successfully led local teachers through the San Antonio Teacher Training Astronomy Academy (SATTAA) for the third consecutive summer. The program, ...
LSA 45’s Be Mobile team curated an action-packed, two-hour Zoom call focused on transportation and infrastructure in San Antonio. The meeting was held from 3:00-5:00pm on Wednesday, July 1st, for an audience including not only LSA 45, but also ...
Late this afternoon, Governor Greg Abbott issued Executive Order-29 requiring all Texans to wear a face covering in public spaces in countieswith 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions.The Governor also issued a proclamation giving ...
We are thrilled that the launch of the #WeHeartSAHeroes campaign was a smashing success, thanks in no small part to our countless members and community partners. Seeing individuals and organizations from across our city band together to show support ...
There has never been a more important time to complete the U.S. Census. San Antonio's response rate is at 58.6%. While we are making great progress, there is still much work to be done. The national self-response rate is 61.8%, while the state of ...
The San Antonio City Council’s Governance Committee narrowed down the San Antonio Water System (SAWS) Board of Trustees applications from 18 to six earlier this week during its executive session. Interviews are set for their next meeting ...
On Tuesday, the United States Senate voted to extend the deadline to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to August 8th, just hours before it was set to expire. The bill was sent to the House where it was similarly passed by unanimous ...
On July 1, the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) officially replaced the 26-year North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), following three years of work between the three countries.Updates to key industries such as digital trade and ...
After months of gathering data, the new Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s Biennial Report for 2019-2020 is complete and posted online here.The report which begins with a letter to the Governor, highlights the past two years of growth ...
As the premier business organization in San Antonio, we are fiercely loyal and protective of a major source of our best workers and talented leadership: our public schools.Recognizing that the COVID-19 pandemic has put immense pressure on schools, ...
Yesterday, the Chamber, along with several community partners, kicked off #weheartSAheroes, a city-wide celebration to honor and thank essential workers for their dedication, contributions, and sacrifices during the COVID-19 crisis. This social ...
There has been an increase in positive cases of COVID-19 in San Antonio this month, spurring additional precautions taken by our local leaders. Additionally, many residents are questioning whether they should get tested and where they can get one. ...
Since the Coronavirus crisis hit San Antonio, essential employees throughout the City have worked selflessly and tirelessly to support our community, our businesses, and our families. Here at the Chamber, we recognize the contributions essential ...
Thursday morning, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the Administration could not abruptly end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA, in a 5 – 4 decision led by Chief Justice Roberts.The DACA program was created ...
As we focus our efforts as a Community on reopening our economy, we are conducting a community-wide evaluation to identify current and projected job openings in order to integrate short-term training and certification program needs and get people ...
Last Friday, local business and community leaders tuned-in for the 2020 United State of the City Business Forum with Mayor Ron Nirenberg. Since the COVID-19 pandemic reached San Antonio, Mayor Ron Nirenberg has pivoted from economic development to ...
On Monday, we learned of a long-sought victory for LGBTQ employees. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 6 – 3 decision that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 forbids discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and transgender ...
Earlier this week, Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on the rising number of positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations throughout the state, as well as the number of hospital beds available. On Tuesday, out of the state's 54,844 hospital ...
The City of San Antonio is seeking applicants for the San Antonio Water System Board of Trustees to replace its three longest-serving members, one representing the north half of the City and two representing the southeast quadrant and south half of ...
In 1948, President Truman signed the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act which allowed women to serve in our armed forces. During the 85th legislative session in Texas, State Representative Victoria Neave filed House Bill 2698 to designate ...
During the 86th Legislative session, your San Antonio Chamber of Commerce was honored to provide support for Senate Bill 1557, which established the Purple Star Campus program. The legislation passed, and the path was paved to help schools highlight ...