• 2021-01-20
  • NJ Spotlight News

COVID-19, taxes, climate: The president-elect has signaled he is in a hurry to make big changes on these and other issues

When he becomes president Wednesday, Joseph Biden is expected to make immediate changes in policy areas upended by President Trump — first through executive orders, then through an aggressive push with a Congress controlled by Democrats.

Up first, as Biden has promised, is an overhaul in the nation’s response to COVID-19 and its rollout of the needed vaccines. Then a return to work combating climate change. Beyond that, a new Biden administration is expected to have broad impact on life in New Jersey. From finances to climate to COVID-19, NJ Spotlight News looks at key areas where Biden is said to be making changes.

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2025 NJ Chamber Events

May 19
14th Annual
NJ Chamber Challenge Cup Golf Tournament
Where: Bedens Brook Club, Skillman
Shotgun Start: noon
May 21
Business Roundtable Series
Breakfast with Speaker Craig Coughlin
Where: National Conference Center, East Windsor
When: 8:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
$55 member | $75 non member
Jun 3
Virtual Reporters' Forum
Previewing New Jersey’s Gubernatorial Primaries & Key Economic Issues
This inciteful discussion will cover New Jersey’s upcoming gubernatorial primaries and the major economic issues shaping the race. Our panel will explore the state's business climate, tax policy, and budget outlook – offering analysis and key context for the months ahead.
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28th Annual
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NJM Small Business Series
Winning the Talent War – Recruitment and Retention Strategies for 2025
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Young Professionals Event
Networking Mixer
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Networking
Women of Inspiration Awards Reception
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Networking
Member Networking Breakfast
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NJ Chamber Legislative & Business Awards Reception
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DE&I Trailblazer Awards Reception
Co-Hosted by African American Chamber of NJ and NJ Chamber
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Networking
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