Skip to content

Blog

Read the latest news and insights from the Buffalo Niagara Partnership. Or log into the Member Portal to subscribe to the BNP Brief newsletter and Advocacy Alerts.

Members-Only Webisode: 2021 CEOs Speak

By growthzone | Apr 15, 2021 | Comments Off on Members-Only Webisode: 2021 CEOs Speak

Get the results of the 2021 CEOs Speak Survey in this members-only video.

BNP Advocacy Alert – NYS Budget Update

By growthzone | Apr 8, 2021 | Comments Off on BNP Advocacy Alert – NYS Budget Update

Governor Cuomo and members of the State Legislature have agreed on a new state budget for FY 2022.

BNP Advocacy Insider – April 2021

By growthzone | Apr 8, 2021 | Comments Off on BNP Advocacy Insider – April 2021

The APril 2021 Advocacy Insider is a roundup of important issues we are monitoring that could you and your business.

Biden Releases Infrastructure Plan

By growthzone | Apr 8, 2021 | Comments Off on Biden Releases Infrastructure Plan

President Biden has committed to passing a federal infrastructure package. This week, the White House released details on what the President wants that package to include. An infrastructure investment has the potential to equip America with safer roads, bridges, and pipes, more efficient public transit systems, universal broadband, and many well-paying jobs. Although the final plan approved by Congress may look different, the President’s proposal is a starting point that kicks off negotiations and demonstrates his administration’s priorities.

3.29.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: New Yorkers 30+ Now Eligible for Vaccine

By growthzone | Mar 29, 2021 | Comments Off on 3.29.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: New Yorkers 30+ Now Eligible for Vaccine

Today, the State Legislature is passing a short-term budget extender, indicating a continued lack of consensus on a budget deal. The extender allows the state government to continue operations while buying time for the Governor and Legislature to reach an agreement on a number of outstanding issues. As we

3.4.21 Webisode: Understanding the Employee Retention Tax Credit

By growthzone | Mar 11, 2021 | Comments Off on 3.4.21 Webisode: Understanding the Employee Retention Tax Credit

The BNP and experts from Tronconi Segarra & Associates LLP (TSA) discussed the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act’s Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC).

3.10.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: American Rescue Plan Passes

By growthzone | Mar 10, 2021 | Comments Off on 3.10.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: American Rescue Plan Passes

Today, the State Legislature is passing a short-term budget extender, indicating a continued lack of consensus on a budget deal. The extender allows the state government to continue operations while buying time for the Governor and Legislature to reach an agreement on a number of outstanding issues. As we

3.3.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: NYS Updates

By growthzone | Mar 3, 2021 | Comments Off on 3.3.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: NYS Updates

Today, the State Legislature is passing a short-term budget extender, indicating a continued lack of consensus on a budget deal. The extender allows the state government to continue operations while buying time for the Governor and Legislature to reach an agreement on a number of outstanding issues. As we

1.27.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: Cuomo Lifts Zone Restrictions in WNY

By growthzone | Jan 27, 2021 | Comments Off on 1.27.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: Cuomo Lifts Zone Restrictions in WNY

Today, the State Legislature is passing a short-term budget extender, indicating a continued lack of consensus on a budget deal. The extender allows the state government to continue operations while buying time for the Governor and Legislature to reach an agreement on a number of outstanding issues. As we

1.25.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: PPP Round 2 Is Open & NYS Unemployment Insurance Update

By growthzone | Jan 22, 2021 | Comments Off on 1.25.21 COVID-19 Bulletin: PPP Round 2 Is Open & NYS Unemployment Insurance Update

Today, the State Legislature is passing a short-term budget extender, indicating a continued lack of consensus on a budget deal. The extender allows the state government to continue operations while buying time for the Governor and Legislature to reach an agreement on a number of outstanding issues. As we