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Congress Extends 2017 Tax Cuts with New Legislation
Congress Extends 2017 Tax Cuts with New Legislation

Congress has passed H.R.1 — widely referred to as the “Big Beautiful Bill” — which extends many of the tax cuts first enacted under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, this legislation is designed to provide long-term tax certainty for both individuals and businesses by making key TCJA provisions permanent, while also introducing a few new measures that take effect starting in the 2025 tax year.

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From The White House: Pennsylvania Small Business Resources
From The White House: Pennsylvania Small Business Resources

The White House hosted a Small Business Briefing to highlight how the Biden-Harris Administration is collaborating with federal agencies, as well as state and local partners, to expand opportunities for small business owners throughout Pennsylvania.

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November 17 - 23: 10th Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week
November 17 - 23: 10th Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week

Pennsylvania’s diverse industries are the cornerstone of our economic success, but skills gaps and talent shortages cause employers to struggle to meet business demands. Meanwhile, skilled, well-paid positions are going unfilled. Registered apprenticeship programs help recruit and develop a highly skilled workforce, benefitting employers and workers. Employers see reduced turnover, lower training costs, and an improvement in productivity. Apprentices can earn a paycheck while receiving hands-on training and instruction that results in successful, well-paid, and family-sustaining careers.

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MISSION

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce delivers value to its members and advances the interests of the business community.

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Our Impact

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization that prospers through its partnerships with area schools, businesses and organizations. It is through these types of collaborations that the Chamber is able to provide its members with the tools they need to succeed in the Hanover area.

 

380+

members in the chamber

Over 90 percent of the our membership is comprised of small businesses with 25 employees or less. More than half of the businesses that join do so for the advertising and promotional opportunities; 38 percent join for networking.

100+

Years Serving Members

We serve our members by providing an array of quality products, programs and services, including health insurance, property and casualty insurance, educational workshops, networking and marketing & sponsorship opportunities, workforce development and employment screening services.

25+

community and member events

Member events include mixers, Legislative Roundtables, and Lunch & Learns. Our annual events include the Holiday Luncheon, the Golf Outing, and our Business Awards. We also host the signature community events. Snack Town Street Fair and Snack Town Fall Fest.

 

“Partnering with the Chamber of Commerce has elevated ELSNER’s engagement with the Hanover community, particularly in our Workforce Development efforts. We partnered with the Chamber to implement a first of its kind Pre-apprenticeship and Apprenticeship Program which has allowed us to diversify our hiring practices and help close the skills gap needed to replace a retiring workforce. Chamber membership has facilitated long-lasting relationships with local school districts and other area businesses which is critical to our success.”

Elsner Engineering Works, Inc.

 

 
 

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