The following is a summary of federal government updates from a US Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Southeast Region missive on December 14, 2022.

Resources:

• As you plan 2023 education and lobbying activities, consider the 118th Congress 2023 Calendar.

Events: 

• 2023 State of American Business Address - Join business leaders from across the country and around the world for the U.S. Chamber’s premier annual event on January 12, 2023 when leaders will explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2023, and beyond. During this high-level virtual dialogue, U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark will outline the Chamber’s priorities, discuss the role of government in advancing smart policy, and highlight the role of business-led innovation to chart a bright path forward for our nation and its people. In addition, the event will feature dynamic conversations with a range of American business leaders from small business owners to Fortune 500 executives. Click here to register.

Blogs:

• New Survey Shows Most Small Businesses Prioritize Giving Back to Their Local Communities – Wednesday, December 14, 2022
• Calling on Congress: Grow and Modernize Our Workforce – Tuesday, December 13, 2022
• Data Deep Dive: Upskilling and Reskilling Our Workforce – Thursday, December 8, 2022
• Economic Viewpoints – Wednesday, December 7, 2022
• 2022 Next Gen Scholars Spotlight – Tuesday, December 6, 2022
• Middle Market Business Index Declines, Shows Deteriorating Conditions – Tuesday, December 6, 2022
• Q4 2022 Middle Market Business Index – Tuesday, December 6, 2022
• Unleashing the Potential of the Private Sector for the Pandemic Fund – Monday, December 5, 2022
• New Survey Shows Health Benefits Rank Most Important to Employees – Friday, December 2, 2022

Press Releases:

• Holiday Season Profits Crucial for Small Businesses as Inflation Concern Remains High – Wednesday, December 14, 2022