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Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Find information on hot issues, government affairs, economic development, membership, the chamber store, and more. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is the unified voice of the business community, aggressively advocating the business viewpoint in the shaping of public policy, encouraging ethical business practices and ensuring the state’s future as economically prosperous, educationally competitive and environmentally responsible.

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is the grassroots voice of business which vigorously represents its diverse membership of more than 4,000 in the policy-making arenas of state government. As it constantly works to protect Georgia’s enviable pro-business environment, the Georgia Chamber remains mindful of its mission to keep the state economically prosperous, educationally competitive and environmentally responsible.

Now in its 92nd year, the Georgia Chamber is noted for bringing the grassroots issues of its membership into the legislative process through the implementation of strong economic development partnerships such as the Red Carpet Tour and the Georgia Quail Hunt, the Georgia Chamber is a leader in creating positive growth for Georgia. The Georgia Corporation for Economic Development aids Georgia’s manufacturers by concentrating on the legislative needs of existing statewide firms as well as expanding and developing new markets.

Every year, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Eggs & Issues Breakfast marks the beginning of the Legislative Session for the Georgia General Assembly. The Annual Meeting brings the state’s top business and political leaders together to examine the state’s role of nationwide economic leadership. The Eggs & Issues Breakfast affords Georgia’s Governor, Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House and Senate President Pro Tempore the opportunity to outline the important issues facing the state legislature as the General Session opens.

Each summer, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce sponsors the popular Congressional Luncheon which enables Georgia’s U.S. Congressional delegation to meet with constituents face-to-face.

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is the most dynamic and comprehensive business organization in Georgia and the recognized champion of the state’s marvelous pro-business environment in the halls of the state capitol.

Website Address: http://www.gachamber.com/