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Published on June 5, 2024 - 02:06 GMT

U.S. Chamber Strongly Objects CRTC's Decision on U.S. Streaming Services, Citing Trade Agreement Violations and Investment Impact

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Chamber strongly objects to the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) decision to impose an initial base contribution of 5% on U.S. streaming services. This decision fails to recognize the …

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Published on May 29, 2024 - 20:41 GMT

U.S. Chamber’s U.S.-Bangladesh Business Council Advances Bilateral Trade Ties in Third Executive Delegation to Dhaka

Dhaka, Bangladesh – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Bangladesh Business Council (USBBC) led its third annual Executive Business Delegation to Dhaka, Bangladesh, for high-level dialogues with the Honorable Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina, as …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 22:58 GMT

U.S. Chamber U.S.-Kenya Business Forum Advances Bilateral Economic Relationship and Investments

WASHINGTON, D.C. – To spur economic growth and investments in Kenya and across Africa, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Africa Business Center today hosted the U.S.-Kenya Business Forum featuring the President of Kenya William Ruto, U.S. Vice President …

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Published on May 22, 2024 - 20:00 GMT

U.S. Chamber Applauds Farm Bill, Chairman Thompson's Engagement

WASHINGTON, DC—The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer Neil Bradley released the following statement today ahead of the 2024 Farm Bill markup tomorrow in the House Committee on Agriculture. "We commend …

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Published on May 21, 2024 - 18:44 GMT

U.S. Chamber Sues the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Over Walkaround Rule

Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and a coalition of business groups filed a lawsuit in the Western District of Texas, Waco Division against the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The lawsuit challenges OSHA’s new …

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Published on May 16, 2024 - 15:05 GMT

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Unveils Expanded Small Business Awards Program

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO—, its award-winning digital platform for small businesses, today opened applications for an expanded program for small businesses, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce CO—100: America’s Top 100 Small …

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Published on May 15, 2024 - 18:56 GMT

U.S. Chamber Applauds Passage of Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber Vice President of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Supply Chain Policy John Drake issued the following statement regarding the passage of the ‘FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024’ in both the House and Senate. "The U.S. …

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Published on May 13, 2024 - 12:00 GMT

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Statement Regarding Novo Nordisk

WASHINGTON, D.C. - It is necessary to address the recent false and misleading statements made by Senator Bernie Sanders regarding Novo Nordisk’s products. While we respect the democratic process and the role of legitimate Congressional oversight, Senator …

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Published on May 11, 2024 - 02:59 GMT

U.S. Chamber Wins Preliminary Injunction in Lawsuit Against the CFPB Credit Card Late Fees Rule

Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center Counsel Maria Monaghan issued the following statement after the Northern District of Texas granted the Chamber's motion for a preliminary injunction in its challenge to the Consumer …

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Published on May 10, 2024 - 22:11 GMT

U.S. Chamber Endorses Sen. Deb Fischer for U.S. Senate in Nebraska

Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Sen. Deb Fischer to represent Nebraska in the U.S. Senate. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will stand up for free enterprise, including by …

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Published on May 6, 2024 - 18:01 GMT

U.S. Chamber Announces Former U.S. Senator Richard Burr as Co-Chair for BASIC Coalition

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced today former U.S. Senator Richard Burr will serve as honorary co-chair alongside Judge Paul Michael (Ret.) for its Business Alliance to Stop Innovation Confiscation (BASIC) Coalition. The BASIC …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 22:20 GMT

U.S. Chamber Disappointed in Presidential Veto of Bipartisan Joint Employer Congressional Review Act

Washington, D.C. – Congress, on a bipartisan basis, passed the Congressional Review Act resolution to nullify the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) joint employer final rule. The President today vetoed that action, and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Senior …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 21:30 GMT

U.S. Chamber Focuses on Oman with new Working Group

Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce formally announced the U.S.-Oman Working Group during the first U.S.-Oman Economic Forum on April 23, 2024. The forum took place on the sidelines of the second strategic dialogue in Washington, D.C., and …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 21:30 GMT

U.S. Chamber of Commerce, AmCham Nepal Delegation Meet Prime Minister of Nepal to Advance U.S.-Nepal Commercial Partnership

Kathmandu, Nepal – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's South Asia program concluded its first official commercial mission to Nepal, marking the first business delegation to the Himalayan nation. During the visit, Amb. (ret.) Atul Keshap, Senior Vice …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 21:30 GMT

U.S. Chamber Opposes New Bill Aimed at Warehouses that Pushes Union Wish List

Washington, D.C. ꟷ U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Workplace Policy Marc Freedman released the following statement after introduction of the Warehouse Worker Protection Act in the U.S. Senate: “The Warehouse Workers Protection Act would bring …

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Published on April 30, 2024 - 18:51 GMT

U.S. Chamber Opposes NEPA Phase 2 Rule

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Marty Durbin, Senior Vice President of Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement today on the Biden Administration’s final National Environmental Policy Act Phase 2 rule: "We remain concerned that the …

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Published on April 29, 2024 - 22:52 GMT

U.S. Chamber Delegation to Kenya Lays Groundwork for State Visit

Nairobi, Kenya — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Africa Business Center led a three-day executive delegation to Nairobi, Kenya, to coincide with the visit of U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to Kenya on her first trip to the African continent. …

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Published on April 25, 2024 - 20:58 GMT

U.S. Chamber: FCC’s Title II Net Neutrality Decision Creates Regulatory Whiplash, Jeopardizes Broadband Connectivity

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center Senior Vice President Jordan Crenshaw issued the following statement regarding the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) vote to impose a Title II regulatory framework on broadband …

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Published on April 25, 2024 - 20:58 GMT

U.S. Chamber Statement on the Passing of New Jersey Congressman Donald Payne Jr.

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Donald Payne Jr. (NJ-10): “The U.S. Chamber is saddened to learn of the passing of New Jersey Congressman Donald Payne Jr., who was committed to …

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Published on April 25, 2024 - 15:34 GMT

U.S. Chamber: EPA Power Plant Rule Latest Example of ‘Contradictory’ Energy Policy

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Marty Durbin, Senior Vice President of Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, made the following statement today regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s final power plant rule: “We are reviewing the final rule but are increasingly …

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