Submitted by Scott WallerMEC President urges Congress to pass legislation to support straightforward pathway for immigrant STEM professionals. For our state to succeed, it is vitally important to increase the number of proficient workers, including highly skilled STEM professionals. Last year, the Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) conducted 51 small group sessions on a variety of policy issues impacting our economy during our annual tour. Without question, the number one issue people said their businesses and organizations faced was a lack of skilled professionals. He is the President and CEO of the Mississippi Economic Council.

Source: Forbes June 13, 2022 18:38 UTC