Providing Health Care and Retirement Security for Every American
Although American health care does many things right, as a nation we pay more to stay well than any other modern society.
We are committed to making sure that everyone in America has access to quality and affordable health care. The backbone of a strong economy, like ours, is a healthy workforce.
Like health care, our public and private pension systems are also financially stressed and poised to burden future generations.
Our nation must put a secure retirement within reach of every citizen. To do this, the government must refrain from imposing new mandates and handicaps on pension plans offered by the private sector. For example, the Chamber will work for the sound implementation of the Pension Protection Act of 2006, including needed technical corrections.
Labor, Immigration, and Employee Benefits Division
The Labor, Immigration & Employee Benefits Division facilitates the use of policy committees composed of Chamber members that formulate and analyze the Chamber's policy in the areas of labor law, immigration, pension and health care. The Division regularly interacts with Congressional staff, numerous Federal agencies and many national coalitions (some of which are chaired by the Chamber) to help define and shape national labor, immigration and employee benefit policy.
Friends of the U.S. Chamber is a nationwide grassroots network dedicated to pro-growth policies that can strengthen the American economy. The network was created as part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's initiative to mobilize constituents to advocate on behalf of pro-business legislation.
Friends of the U.S. Chamber is composed of Americans like you from every walk of life -- small business owners, college students, educators, bankers, retirees, health professionals and others -- all committed to ensuring the strength of our economy and American enterprise.
Join our network and add your voice to the national debate on critical issues that impact you and your community. Use this forum to stay informed -- ensuring our nation's long-term prosperity for generations to come.
