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EPA trying to regulate with "express train" tactics.

The EPA is pushing to further regulate our agriculture, timber and chemical industry through “express train” tactics. Please click the Take Action button below, to read more and to send a letter to the EPA asking for an extension of time to allow for thorough public input.

Our Initial Take Action Call Worked!  The EPA has extended the comment period on this issue for an additional 35 days.  This provides businesses and business groups an excellent opportunity to generate comments to the EPA explaining why this particular regulatory approach threatens jobs and the economy.  Click the Take Action button to send a letter of your own.

US Chamber President and CEO, Tom Donohue - Interview with Charlie Rose

Tom Donohue Video PictureUS Chamber President and CEO, Tom Donohue (20:32)

This program first aired on February 11th on PBS' The Charlie Rose Show.  Donohue discusses how he built the Chamber into a lobbying and political powerhouse, his views on President Obama's America, how we can start creating jobs now, and more.  Watch the interview and then share your thoughts about the interview on the discussion board.

 

 

 

 

What YOU need to know TODAY!

Federal Health Care Reform News - Afternoon of March 10, 2010

Bruce Josten speaking on Fox News

Bruce explains why the US Chamber is now launching a campaign on federal health care reform. View Video

New Health Care Whip Count: 191 Yes, 195 No And a Major Update - FDL

My last whip count can be found here. Since then, in the absence of language, we’ve had few changes:
Charlie Melancon, a Blue Dog who is leaving the House for an...READ MORE

New Health Care Whip Count: 192 Yes, 194 No - FDL

Some changes from our last whip count Tuesday morning:

I hadn’t noticed Health Shuler’s strong lean against reconciliation back in February. I’d like to see something updated, but...READ MORE

Another House Dem Confirms He’ll Vote No On Senate Bill - The Plum Line (Greg Sargent's blog)

Okay, I’ve got some more news on the whip count front this morning, some of it good for Dems, some of it bad.

First up: Dem Rep Jim Marshall, a prominent Blue Dog who voted No last time but was believed to be open to...READ MORE

Hatch defends Obama's judge pick - Politico Live Pulse

Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch defended President Obama's nomination of Democratic Rep. Jim Matheson's brother to the federal bunch -- shooting down Republican suggestions that the president was...READ MORE

Some Republicans criticize judge pick - Politico

With Democrats scrambling to find enough votes to pass health care reform, Republicans are looking for the next legislative deal to...READ MORE

Jim Matheson says Obama not trying to buy his health care reform vote - Deseret News

Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah, is furious that some Republicans and bloggers suggest that President Barack Obama is trying to buy his vote on health care reform by...READ MORE

Lefty Groups Planning Massive TV Ad Push In Health Reform’s Final Stretch - The Plum Line (Greg Sargent's blog)

Lefty groups to vulnerable House Dems: Hang tight, the air cover is coming!

Major liberal groups and labor unions allied with the White House are planning a massive TV ad push in coming days to get health reform across...READ MORE

Democrat Senator Dick Durbin Says Senate Health Care Bill Won't Lower Premiums - YouTube Video

Today, on the floor of the United States Senate, the second highest ranking Democrat, Dick Durbin of Illinois said:  “Anyone who would stand before you...READ MORE

Tell Congress to Oppose Flawed Health Care Proposal

Because of our nation’s free and competitive marketplace which inspires innovation, creativity and excellence, America provides the best health care in the world!  However, we do need reform in our health care delivery system that reduces costs, covers more people, and lets our doctors – not the government – decide what health care is best for us and our families.

Congressional leaders have determined that the U.S. House of Representatives will conduct a floor vote on their major health care reform measure as early as this weekend!  This measure, H.R. 3962, provides for significant tax increases to pay for a public plan, employer mandates, and minimum coverage requirements which will do more than devastate the private insurance industry--they could bankrupt our economy.

Issues To Take Action on Now

We have several Issues that you can take action on now! Click the button below for a list.  Then send a letter on those issues that impact you and/or your business!