Joseph Knollenberg: “Today we pay tribute to chambers of commerce for their efforts to improve our communities and strengthen economy. I…”

“Today we pay tribute to chambers of commerce for their efforts to improve our communities and strengthen economy. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Detroit Regional Chamber in particular. This year it is celebrating its 100th anniversary of existence. Chambers of commerce are integral to millions of companies, large and small, throughout this country. They represent businesses and promote their interests before federal, state, and local governments. The Detroit Regional Chamber is no different. Currently over 19,000 businesses across southeast Michigan are members of the Detroit Regional Chamber, and that number continues to grow. During their century of existence, the Detroit Regional Chamber has had a major impact on Michigan and the United States economy. House Concurrent Resolution 215 highlights its excellence and I am pleased so many of my colleagues from Michigan could cosponsor the resolution.”