About Public Policy at The Chamber As one of the largest chambers in both Minnesota and North Dakota, protecting and promoting thousands of businesses and their employees across the greater FMWF region, we understand the importance and impact of critical public policy efforts. We tackle the challenges that matter most to the health and vibrancy of our region and stand up for the ideas, policies and initiatives that protect and promote our business community today and into the future. “Advocating for sound business policy” can sound daunting, but don’t let that intimidate you. It really means speaking up and telling your story. Public officials want to hear from business leaders, employees, subject-matter experts, volunteers, residents, students and more. It is crucial that they hear real-world stories and examples of the impact that legislation has, or would have, on the lives of their constituents. When we speak as a collective voice through an association like our Chamber, we can do more together and move the needle for positive change. Our Public Policy committee does just this. The committee acts as The Chamber’s advocacy arm, working to advance sound public policy and promote a stable regulatory environment for our business community to thrive. They do this by speaking their voice at meetings, sharing their thoughts directly with public officials and recommending our board take stances on a variety of issues. Recently, the committee has recommended stances on a variety of issues including policy relating to taxes, higher education, regulations and more. Once our Board of Directors takes a stance regarding an issue, we take action on that issue by educating and advocating. We know that a strong business climate is essential for economic growth and prosperity as a region, so we speak out on the issues that are critical to our members. 2023–24 COMMITTEE CHAIR
CHAMBER STAFF SUPPORT
Judd Graham, Dacotah Bank
Cale Dunwoody, Director of Public Policy
For more information about this committee, email Cale at cdunwoody@fmwfchamber.com.
The Chamber 2023 Public Policy Guide Chamber 2023 Public Policy Guide The Chamber’s 2024 Public Policy Guide
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