Governmental Affairs
Council Chair: Bill Harris
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Staff Liasons:
John
Teague, Vice President, Business Dev. & Government Affairs
Kim
Woolsey, Projects Coordinator
Governmental Affairs |
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GOVERNMENTAL
AFFAIRS COUNCIL
The Governmental Affairs Council represents business interests in public
policy and civic arenas by researching, identifying and tracking legislative
issues and advocating for business interests to governmental officials on
the local, state and federal levels. The council strives to increase
community awareness of local, state and federal issues through special
programs and by providing chamber members access to governmental officials
through the following venues:
Federal Affairs:
Congressional Update: This informal luncheon brings together members of
the area Congressional delegation with business and community leaders from
the Panhandle for an update on key issues.
State Affairs:
Panhandle Day in Austin: This advocacy event is designed to provide an
opportunity for business and community leaders from throughout the
Panhandle to travel to Austin during the bi-annual legislative session for
discussions with state legislators regarding key issues identified by the
State Affairs Committee, that affect Amarillo and the entire region.
Legislative Update:
Following the legislative session, this informal luncheon is designed
to provide an opportunity for business and community leaders from Amarillo
and the surrounding area to receive an update from area legislators on the
legislation presented during the session regarding issues affecting this
area.
Local Affairs:
Mayoral Address to the Chamber: This luncheon provides an opportunity
for chamber members to meet the Mayor and for the Mayor to discuss the
current Amarillo business climate and issues affecting the business
community.
Click on “How to Get Involved” link to email us about issues
of concern to you. |
