Apr 12 2008
Foxx Wins Chamber of Commerce Legislative Award
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Contact: Aaron Groen
April 11, 2008
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Foxx wins Chamber of Commerce legislative award
‘Spirit of Enterprise’ award is given for support of pro-growth legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C.-The United States Chamber of Commerce has awarded
Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC-05) its prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award for her support of pro-growth legislation during the 110th Congress.
“Businesses small and large are the engine of North Carolina’s economy,” Rep. Foxx said. “It is an honor to be recognized by the Chamber of Commerce and I pledge to continue to support policies that encourage job creation and sustained economic growth.”
The Chamber’s prestigious Sprit of Enterprise Award is given annually to members of
Congress based on rankings it gives for key business votes outlined in its yearly publication How They Voted. Representative Foxx compiled a 70% score with the Chamber last year and holds a cumulative 80% ranking during her tenure in Congress.
“Representative Foxx has proven to be an effective ally to the business community, supporting legislation that helps grow the economy and creates new jobs for hardworking Americans,” said Tom Donohue, Chamber president and CEO. “The Chamber is grateful for Virginia’s commitment to these important issues and is proud to present her with this award.”
These designated key votes are recorded floor votes on issues established as priorities on which the Chamber communicates its position prior to the vote. Those members of Congress who support the Chamber’s position on at least 70% of those votes receive the award. The Chamber
key-voted 11 Senate and 20 House votes in 2007, including an extension of the Andean Trade Preference Act, an extension of the federal backstop for terrorism risk insurance and revisions to the rules of governing direct foreign investment.
To view a complete list of the 2007 Spirit of Enterprise recipients visit www.uschamber.com/soe. The U.S. Chamber is the world’s largest business federation representing more than 3 million businesses of every size, sector, and region.
