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HELENA — The Montana Chamber of Commerce released the following statement after news of reduced workers compensation rates from the Montana State Fund.

Today, the Montana State Fund approved an 8.6 percent overall rate reduction in worker’s compensation costs for its policyholders. This marks the 13th consecutive year that rates have remained flat or declined. Insurance Commissioner Matt Rosendale, in conjunction with rate filings by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), recently approved the largest average decrease in worker’s compensation premiums for Montana businesses since 2011.

“We are pleased to see that Montana businesses are putting safety first,” said Cary Hegreberg, president/CEO of the Montana Chamber of Commerce. “Workplace safety is important to ensure a healthy work environment and creates an attractive business climate in Montana. The premium reductions is a reflection of improving safety culture in our state.”

Envision 2026, the Montana Chamber of Commerce’s ten-year strategic plan, focuses on creating a business climate that reduces costs and encourages growth and investment.

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ABOUT THE MONTANA CHAMBER
Since it’s formation in 1931, the Montana Chamber of Commerce has been the state’s leading business advocate, representing members from the state’s largest businesses, to Main Street “mom-and-pop’s.”

OUR VISION:
As the leading business advocate, the Montana Chamber of Commerce envisions a business climate that is optimal for Montana business prosperity.

OUR MISSION:
To create and sustain an optimal business climate, business prosperity, and a strong Montana economy, the Montana Chamber of Commerce, through advocacy, education, and collaboration works to provide an empowered and educated workforce, reduce business growth obstacles, and advance positions that promote success for Montana businesses.

For Immediate Release
March 8, 2019
Media Contact: Communications Director Alexandria Klapmeier
(C) 406-437-4634 or [email protected]

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