News for Economic
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
BOSTON – Ahead of the September 2 compliance deadline for new consumer protection regulations prohibiting “junk fees,” the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has released updated guidance to help businesses operating in Massachusetts comply with the regulations. Beginning September 2, these regulations become enforceable, and businesses must come into compliance.
Promulgated earlier this year, the ...read more
Categories: Economic, Chamber, Press Release
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Congress has passed a major reconciliation bill that makes many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) permanent and introduces several new tax changes. Whether you're an individual taxpayer or a business owner, here are the key provisions that may impact your tax planning.Top Considerations for Individuals & FamiliesTax Rates Made Permanent: The current individual income tax brackets, ...read more
Categories: Economic, General News Article, Press Release
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce Joins Call to
Protect Small Businesses from Unfair Unemployment Insurance Burden
The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce stands with businesses in opposing efforts by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to pass on the cost of a $2.1 billion unemployment insurance (UI) overpayment mistake to local employers. This error, which occurred during the height of the COVID-19 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Political, Economic, Press Release
Friday, December 15, 2023
Peabody, Dec 14, 2023 – The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) proudly announces it has welcomed an astounding 60+ new members within a 24-hour period, increasing its membership count to over 340 dedicated businesses and individuals. This surge in membership is a testament to the Chamber's steadfast commitment to fostering economic development post Covid and providing invaluable resources for ...read more
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