Chamber Advocacy Efforts in Boise, Idaho

ADVOCATING FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH AND PROSPERITY

OUR ADVOCACY STATEMENT

The Boise Metro Chamber is a voice for local businesses in the Treasure Valley. At the heart of our advocacy lies a fundamental belief in the autonomy of businesses, supporting their freedom to operate as they see fit. We advocate for policies that empower the business community, ensuring they have a say in key areas such as Education and Workforce Development, Transportation and Infrastructure, Tax Policy and Economic Development, Travel and Tourism, and Healthcare. By working together with businesses and forming strategic partnerships with our state, local and federal officials, we support an environment where businesses can succeed, benefiting not just individual companies but the entire Treasure Valley community.

The Boise Metro Chamber advocates for businesses on issues which impact the ability of the region's businesses to be successful in a competitive global marketplace.

YOUR CHAMBER, YOUR ADVOCATE
ON BEHALF OF OUR MEMBERS, WE SUPPORT:

Education & Workforce Development

The Boise Metro Chamber supports K-12 education policies that provide families with access to high-quality education and childcare. Additionally, the Chamber advocates for policies that strengthen all pathways to build a talent pipeline through workforce development strategies and support for our higher education system.

Idahos Transporation and Infastructure

The Boise Metro Chamber recognizes that our roads, bridges, and airports play an integral role in connecting commerce and industry. We also understand the stark differences between rural and urban transportation needs and support efforts to maintain and address both.

Tax and Economic Policies

The Boise Metro Chamber supports tax policy and economic development tools that create a favorable business climate and produce a vibrant, livable community attractive to working families. We advocate for business-friendly, competitive tax and regulatory policies.

Travel & Tourism

The Boise Metro Chamber supports Idaho’s travel and tourism industry, the third largest sector in the state’s economy, and advocates for efforts to maintain and expand this industry to ensure its continued vibrancy.

Idaho Health Care Concerns

The Boise Metro Chamber views providing access to health care as an economic issue. We support efforts to ensure quality access to preventative care, which keeps Idahoans healthy and the workforce more productive.

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2024 ORGANIZATION FOR ADVOCACY
POLICY COMMITTEE

The Chamber's Policy Committee is made up of the Chairs of our Boise Metro Chamber Committees, Councils and Industry Boards and includes members of our Board of Advisors and Chamber Leadership. The committee meets each week during the legislative session to help monitor legislation which affects businesses of all sizes, determine the need for advocacy efforts, and formulate position statements on notable issues and legislation. They work closely with the Chamber's Government Advocacy team to advocate for business-friendly state and federal policy.