Greater Vancouver Chamber and Economic Development Partners to Host the 2023 Legislative Review

GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS TO HOST THE 2023 LEGISLATIVE REVIEW   

This annual event gathers local legislators, Washington state lobbyists, and over 300 business and civic leaders across the region for an end-of-session review.   

Vancouver, WA- The Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC), the Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC), and Identity Clark County (ICC) will host the 2023 Legislative Review, presented by Washington Trust Bank, in person on Friday, May 12 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. 

Featuring senators and representatives from the 17th, 18th, 20th and 49th Legislative Districts, this year's event will provide attendees with the latest updates on legislative changes affecting the growth and vitality of businesses in the Greater Vancouver area. Attending this event is a unique opportunity to hear directly from policymakers about the achievements and obstacles they encountered while working on the business community's top priorities. 

Law enforcement, I-5 Bridge Replacement Program, taxes, public safety, Long-Term Care Tax, and workforce development were among the Joint Priorities submitted to our Legislative Delegation prior to the session. During the panel-style event we’ll hear whether or not and how our priorities were addressed. 

"We're thrilled to bring the Legislative Review back in person this year," said GVC President & CEO John McDonagh. "This event will provide a critical forum to learn about the latest legislative developments, outline potential priorities and challenges for next year, and connect with peers in our community," added McDonagh.  

Doors will open at 8:45 AM, providing attendees with time to network and chat with fellow professionals about matters that are important to industry leaders and executives. The Review of the 2023 Session discussion will follow at 9:00 AM, offering the opportunity to engage with local legislators and ask pressing questions regarding the new or modified policies effected during the session. To submit questions to legislators through the anonymous form, visit:  https://bit.ly/3K2KXS3. (Submitted questions are not guaranteed to be answered during the event.) 

The GVC, CREDC, and ICC recognize and appreciate the continued support from event Presenting Sponsor, Washington Trust Bank; Community Sponsors, BNSF Railway, C-TRAN, Chevron, Kaiser Permanente, and Waste Connections, Inc.; VIP Table Holders, IBEW LOCAL 48, Mackenzie, Port of Vancouver USA, Legacy Health, Palm Beach Tan, The City of Battle Ground, City of La Center, Walsh Construction, Co., Clark Public Utilities, Midwest Trust, PacificSource Health Plans, and PEACE NW; and Media Sponsor, The Columbian.    

Registration is now open for the 2023 Legislative Review. For more information and to reserve your spot or VIP Table, please visit https://business.vancouverusa.com/events/details/2023-legislative-review-23045. 

To review the Joint legislative Priorities of the GVC, CREDC and ICC visit:  https://www.vancouverusa.com/advocacy/legislative-advocacy/