Issue Center

According to a national ranking recently conducted by the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform, Virginia ranks 6th among the fifty states in the fairness of its litigation environment. That is up from 12th place just several years ago.

The creation of jobs and wealth through expansion of existing companies and the attraction of new business activity has been the heart of Virginia’s long-term prosperity.

Virginia’s economic well-being is inextricably linked to the education and skills of its citizens.

The Virginia Chamber of Commerce believes that environmental protection and energy independence are compatible and complementary goals to achieving economic growth. Virginia business and industry invest heavily in environmental compliance and are greatly impacted by energy availability and costs.

The Virginia Chamber of Commerce believes that environmental protection and energy independence are compatible and complementary goals to achieving economic growth. Virginia business and industry invest heavily in environmental compliance and are greatly impacted by energy availability and costs.

Provides guidance to the Chamber on federal contracting and procurement issues that are important to the future success of Virginia’s federal contracting community and assists federal contractor members whenever possible

There is a growing sense of crisis in the business community about the unsustainable upward trend of health care costs, particularly for small businesses.

Virginia’s business climate is important to the Commonwealth’s economic competitiveness.

Approximately 90 percent of the members to the Virginia Chamber are small businesses.Small businesses account for 75 percent of all job creation in Virginia.

Fair and predictable taxes are essential to keeping Virginia as the best state to do business. The Virginia Chamber supports a revenue system for the Commonwealth that is equitable and broad-based, fosters a favorable business climate and encourages economic development.

Tourism is one of Virginia’s most powerful industries. Virginia’s natural, cultural and historic resources, as well as its world-renowned attractions and festivals, make the state an attractive destination for visitors.

Virginia's transportation infrastructure supports business, tourism and economic growth. With one-third of the jobs in Virginia involved in businesses dependent on the transportation system, is essential to the economic prosperity and quality of life of all Virginians.