Advocacy & Public Policy

Your Voice for Business

The mission of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Public Policy division is to build a positive business environment by advocating responsive legislation, regulatory practices and implementing programs to improve the business and tourism climates. This division is responsible for representing the business community before governmental bodies, working with local governments, and providing representation in coalition building organizations.

The Chamber’s Public Policy division, with the support of our Chamber members, provides ongoing advocacy and assistance to our local governments and regional authorities. The Chamber’s Public Policy Committees and Task Forces meet monthly to assess the issues affecting our community and develop policy positions and initiatives providing a voice for the business community and a platform for effective advocacy.

To view the 2024 Manatee Chamber State Agenda, please click here. For a PDF version, click here.

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“The Manatee Chamber focuses on young business-leadership development while continuously advocating for the business community in an incredibly effective manner at the County, State, and Federal level. Thank you…money well spent.”

Dr. Bill Colgate, MCR Health

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