A Look at Some Recent NJ Chamber Events
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NJ Chamber to Honor 5 Legislators and 3 Business Advocates for their Outstanding Economic Growth Work
Award Reception is at EisnerAmper Headquarters in Iselin on Oct. 22
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce announced that five state legislators will receive the Chamber’s biannual Legislator of the Year Awards. The State Chamber further announced that three leaders – inside and outside of government – will receive awards for their outstanding work to make New Jersey a great place to live and work.
NJ Chamber Statement on NJ PBS
We are deeply concerned by the news regarding NJ PBS. This is a devastating loss for the state’s identity.
Although there will be ongoing news coverage through WNET, it is still a blow to a state that is already underserved by media coverage and urgently needs a strong voice dedicated to New Jersey’s issues.
Alarm Bells in New Jersey: Business Tax Revenue Collapse Signals Deeper Economic Concerns
New Jersey’s August 2025 tax revenue numbers should be setting off alarm bells in Trenton. While some may dismiss weak early-year returns as insignificant, the scale of the decline in business taxes cannot be ignored. These numbers are not just a statistical blip – they are a warning sign that the state’s economic engine is stalling, and that business growth must become a central priority for policymakers.
Important Economic Questions for Our Current and Future Leaders
President & CEO Tom BrackenAs we move into mid-September, New Jersey finds itself at a critical crossroads. The gubernatorial election is quickly approaching, and with it comes an opportunity to set the course for our state’s economic future. The stakes are higher than ever. Uncertainty continues to surround both the national and state economies, and our next governor and legislature must make the economy a top priority. New Jersey must be positioned not only to grow in good times but also to withstand the next downturn that might come.
View 2025 New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Priorities for Growth and Stability
New Jersey is entering a pivotal period of transition as the 2025 gubernatorial campaign takes shape. This election presents a vital opportunity to reset the state’s priorities and chart a course toward long-term economic growth and fiscal stability. The New Jersey Chamber urges the next governor and Legislature to place economic competitiveness and responsible budgeting at the forefront of their agenda. The following priorities reflect the core issues that the next administration and Legislature must address to build a stronger, more competitive, and more inclusive New Jersey economy.
Rowan University president elected chairman of NJ Chamber Foundation
He succeeds Passaic County Community College President Dr. Steven Rose
Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, president of Rowan University and a nationally recognized advocate for access, affordability, and economic development in higher education, has been elected chairman of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
2025 NJ Chamber Events
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