MCCC - What's Next - December 2014

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DECEMBER 2014

MCCC Annapolis Legislative Reception - January 26

The MCCC Board of Directors and reception sponsors invite you to join the Montgomery County Delegation and other elected officials in Annapolis at the 2015 MCCC Annapolis Legislative Reception on January 26, 2015, from 6:00-8:00pm. Read more.

Member Exchange Meetings

MCCC Member Exchange Meetings offer businesses tools and information for a competitive edge in today's knowledge economy. Individual meeting dates are listed on the right side bar and announcements will be sent to members via email. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. View the calendar.

MCCC Orientation - December 4, 8:30-10:30am

The MCCC Orientation is an opportunity for current and prospective members to learn about the programs and events MCCC offers and how to leverage your Chamber membership. The Orientation also allows time for networking - bring your business cards!
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MCCC Speed Consulting - January 14, 3:00-5:00pm

MCCC Speed Consulting is a new benefit exclusively for Chamber members. The program provides the opportunity to discuss specific business issues one-on-one with industry experts in Marketing, Accounting, Banking, and Legal.
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MCCC After Hours - January 14, 5:30-7:00pm

Join us at MCCC After Hours on January 14, 5:30-7:00pm at the American Tap Room in Rockville Town Center for professional networking in a casual atmosphere. Register here.

GovConNet Institute -
February 13 & 27; March 6, 20 & 27; April 24, 2015

Apply for the next GovConNet Institute sessions. GovConNet Institute provides advanced training to Federal government contractors in the transition stages with the real world tools and knowledge needed to succeed at the next level and increase over value. Find out more.

Recap: MCCC 2014 Business Awards Dinner

The MCCC Business Awards Dinner celebrated business leadership, achievements, and partnerships. More than 800 guests including award winners, sponsors, business leaders, elected and government officials joined the celebration! View for the full list of award winners, sponsors, and the photo gallery.

Advocacy

MCCC is a 501 c 6 and advocates on behalf of a strong business community in Montgomery County and Maryland. For more information about our advocacy work, visit us at www.mcccmd.com/advocacy.

AT THE COUNTY LEVEL:

Congratulations to County Executive Isiah "Ike" Leggett and the members of the County Council on their swearing in at the December 1 Inauguration Ceremony.

For a full list of 2014 bills to date, visit the County Council website.

Bill 60-14 Human Rights and Civil Liberties - Earned Sick and Safe Leave was introduced by sponsor Council member George Leventhal on Tuesday, November 25. A hearing is scheduled for January 29. This bill would require an employer operating and doing business in the County to provide earned sick and safe leave to each employee for work performed in the County.

On November 25, the Montgomery County Council enacted an updated Road Code to redefine road and sidewalk standards. Read the press release here.

DEADLINE: December 3, 5:00 p.m.

The Montgomery County Council is seeking applicants for positions on the Minority Owned and Local Small Business Task Force and the Procurement Policies and Regulations Task Force. Find more information here.

AT THE STATE LEVEL:

"When business succeeds, the state prospers." Gigi Godwin testified at the Montgomery County State Delegation Priorities Hearing on November 19, 2014. Read the testimony.

AT THE FEDERAL LEVEL:

From our partner WIPP - Women Impacting Public Policy: A commentary from Ann Sullivan and a quick summary of major impacts of the Federal elections.

Open Comment Period:

Pay Transparency for Government Contractors

On September 17, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) of the Department of Labor released a proposed rule that would prohibit federal contractors from maintaining pay secrecy policies. The proposed rule would bar employers from discriminating or firing an employee because they talked or inquired about their pay to someone else. Contractors would also be required to disseminate this new provision to employees and job applicants. Submit comments here by December 16, 2014.

The U.S. Small Business Administration recently received comments on a proposed rule to change size standards for a number of industries. The results of the comment period are not yet available but the MCCC GovConNet Council continues to follow this issue. For more information, visit the SBA website for news and updates on size standards.