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May 2024

2024 Portland & Seattle Washington, D.C. Fly-In welcomed 140+ participants

The Portland Metro Chamber and Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce once again joined forces for the joint Washington, D.C. Fly-In presented by Comcast, from April 28 to May 1.
April 2024

Portland and Seattle Chambers Advocate Shared Federal Policy Agenda

The Portland Metro Chamber and Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce share advocacy priorities for addressing policy and funding challenges in the two largest urban centers in the Pacific Northwest.
April 2024

Chamber hosts 3rd Congressional District Debate

Oregon's 3rd District Representative candidates, vying to replace Congressman Earl Blumenauer, will debate at the Chamber's April Breakfast Forum. Moderated by KOIN 6 News' Ken Boddie, the lineup includes State Rep. Maxine Dexter, former Multnomah County Commissioner Susheela Jayapal, Gresham City Councilor Eddy Morales, and Rational Unicorn Legal Services CEO Michael Jonas. A live stream and recording are provided by KOIN 6 News.
April 2024

The Chamber joins nationwide effort for extension of Affordable Connectivity Program

The Portland Metro Chamber stands alongside other chambers of commerce and business organizations across the country in urging Congress to support the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act.
March 2024

Chamber cautions federal rule that impacts small business access to capital

The Portland Metro Chamber signed on to a letter with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other chambers across the county to raise concerns for the proposed rule known at the "Basel III Endgame."
February 2024

Chamber endorses Senate Bill 1553

On February 12, Jon Isaacs, the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Portland Metro Chamber, spoke before the Joint Committee on Addiction and Community Safety Response, advocating for the endorsement of Senate Bill 1553.
State of Oregon. February 2024

Chamber testifies in support of House Bill 4002

On February 7, Jon Isaacs, the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Portland Metro Chamber, addressed the Joint Committee on Addiction and Community Safety, advocating for immediate action against the rampant proliferation of fentanyl in Portland.
River view of the Fremont Bridge across the Willamette. February 2024

Chamber releases poll showing voters are concerned about quality of life

From December 13 to December 19, 2023, DHM Research conducted a hybrid survey of 500 registered voters in the tri-county area.
February 2024

Auto Theft and Retail Theft Task Force reports on progress

In a concerted effort to combat theft and safeguard communities, the Auto Theft and Organized Retail Theft Task Forces recently held a press conference to update the public on their progress since the initiative's inception seven months ago.