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Regional/Federal Issues
Legal Reform
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The U.S. legal system is the most expensive in the world, costing small businesses alone nearly $98 billion annually in tort fees. The U.S. Chamber is the preeminent group in the country working to end lawsuit abuse and to ensure that businesses receive the fair, efficient, and consistent justice system they deserve. Learn more |
Capital Markets
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Businesses depend on transparent and efficient credit markets. The U.S. Chamber works toward advancing America’s global leadership in capital formation by supporting capital markets that are the most fair, efficient, and innovative in the world. Learn more |
Taxes
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The U.S. Chamber is committed to pro-growth tax policies that preserve America’s global competitiveness, and it opposes tax increases that reduce businesses’ ability to grow, invest, and create jobs. In these fragile economic times, it would be the height of economic folly to target business—or any group of Americans—for a major tax increase. Learn more |
Energy
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Our nation’s energy demand is projected to grow by as much as 30% in the next 25 years. The U.S. Chamber is leading a national effort to encourage pro-growth energy action that increases diverse energy supplies, improves efficiency, and promotes environmental stewardship while putting Americans back to work. The availability of reliable and affordable energy is essential to running a business and safeguarding our nation’s competitiveness. Learn more |
International Trade
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Eliminating export barriers and leveling the playing field for American products will stimulate the economy and lead to job creation. The U.S. Chamber advocates for a robust trade agenda so that U.S. companies can export their goods and services and create good jobs for American workers. Learn more |
