Advocacy
ADVOCATING FOR CENTRAL KENTUCKY'S BUSINESS COMMUNITY:
Commerce Lexington Inc. serves as a strong advocate for the Central Kentucky business community at all levels of government. Whether your issue is directed at local government in Lexington, the state legislature in Frankfort or the U.S. Congress in Washington, D.C., we act as your voice on policy issues. The ongoing strength and effectiveness of our advocacy resides in the collective focus of our more than 1,800 members, who believe in creating a pro-business environment that fosters job creation in Kentucky.
CENTRAL KY LEGISLATIVE DAY AT THE CAPITOL IS FEB. 24:
The 2022 Central Kentucky Legislative Day at the Capitol presented by Charter Communications on February 24th provides an opportunity for advocacy and issue education for Commerce Lexington members. Attendees will hear from legislative leaders and administrative officials during briefings on topline business issues being considered during the Regular Session. The agenda includes legislative meetings in Capitol Annex Room 125 from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., followed by a legislative lunch in Capitol Annex Room 113 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
VIEW THE LEGISLATIVE DAY BRIEFING BOOK & AGENDA HERE
VIEW THE 2022 STATE ISSUES AGENDA ONE-PAGER HERE
WHAT WE DO FOR BUSINESS:
> Advocate for pro-business policy with government officials at the local, state and federal level.
> Develop policy priorities based on the collective need of members and business community in Lexington and the Central Kentucky Region.
Commerce Lexington Inc. Public Policy Council: To view the organization's Legislative Priorities in its 2020 Public Policy Statements document, CLICK HERE.
Central Kentucky Public Policy Group: 2020 Regional Priorities coming soon!
> Monitor key policy issues impacting businesses in Lexington, Frankfort and Washington.
> Educate members on issues and develop grassroots coalitions for advocacy.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT:
Many policy issues have a direct impact on job creation, such as tax and banking reforms, health care, education, government spending and regulation, increased energy costs, as well as investments in infrastructure and workforce development. Most of Commerce Lexington’s members can't afford a full-time lobbyist to monitor every issue. It’s critical that you have a voice in this process, and that’s what we do for you at all levels of government.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
> Receive Public Policy E-mail Updates/Action Alert; You are signed up with your membership.
> Attend/Sponsor CLX’s Public Policy Luncheons: Find an upcoming luncheon HERE.
> Attend/Sponsor Central KY Regional Policy Group’s Annual Washington, DC Fly-In.
> Attend/Sponsor “Evening in the Bluegrass” Reception with State Legislators in Frankfort.
CONTACT:
Andi Johnson
Chief Policy Officer & Director of Regional Engagement
Commerce Lexington Inc.
(859) 226-1614
Commerce Lexington Inc. serves as a strong advocate for the Central Kentucky business community at all levels of government. Whether your issue is directed at local government in Lexington, the state legislature in Frankfort or the U.S. Congress in Washington, D.C., we act as your voice on policy issues. The ongoing strength and effectiveness of our advocacy resides in the collective focus of our more than 1,800 members, who believe in creating a pro-business environment that fosters job creation in Kentucky.
CENTRAL KY LEGISLATIVE DAY AT THE CAPITOL IS FEB. 24:
The 2022 Central Kentucky Legislative Day at the Capitol presented by Charter Communications on February 24th provides an opportunity for advocacy and issue education for Commerce Lexington members. Attendees will hear from legislative leaders and administrative officials during briefings on topline business issues being considered during the Regular Session. The agenda includes legislative meetings in Capitol Annex Room 125 from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., followed by a legislative lunch in Capitol Annex Room 113 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
VIEW THE LEGISLATIVE DAY BRIEFING BOOK & AGENDA HERE
VIEW THE 2022 STATE ISSUES AGENDA ONE-PAGER HERE
WHAT WE DO FOR BUSINESS:
> Advocate for pro-business policy with government officials at the local, state and federal level.
> Develop policy priorities based on the collective need of members and business community in Lexington and the Central Kentucky Region.
Commerce Lexington Inc. Public Policy Council: To view the organization's Legislative Priorities in its 2020 Public Policy Statements document, CLICK HERE.
Central Kentucky Public Policy Group: 2020 Regional Priorities coming soon!
> Monitor key policy issues impacting businesses in Lexington, Frankfort and Washington.
> Educate members on issues and develop grassroots coalitions for advocacy.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT:
Many policy issues have a direct impact on job creation, such as tax and banking reforms, health care, education, government spending and regulation, increased energy costs, as well as investments in infrastructure and workforce development. Most of Commerce Lexington’s members can't afford a full-time lobbyist to monitor every issue. It’s critical that you have a voice in this process, and that’s what we do for you at all levels of government.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
> Receive Public Policy E-mail Updates/Action Alert; You are signed up with your membership.
> Attend/Sponsor CLX’s Public Policy Luncheons: Find an upcoming luncheon HERE.
> Attend/Sponsor Central KY Regional Policy Group’s Annual Washington, DC Fly-In.
> Attend/Sponsor “Evening in the Bluegrass” Reception with State Legislators in Frankfort.
CONTACT:
Andi Johnson
Chief Policy Officer & Director of Regional Engagement
Commerce Lexington Inc.
(859) 226-1614
