Public Policy Positions

At the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, we focus on strengthening businesses and fostering an environment in which businesses and the community can thrive so that Arlington will be a better place for all who work, live and do business here. In order to achieve this, the Chamber takes annual policy positions on matters of relevance to the business community.

Members can participate in shaping the Chamber’s policy positions through the Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee. The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee typically meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Boardroom at the Chamber office. These meetings feature elected officials, key policy leaders, and other community members who handle important issues that affect the Arlington community. To be added to the committee distribution list, please email chamber@arlingtonchamber.org. 

Each year, the Chamber's Board of Directors adopts the Chamber's Public Policy Positions for the Virginia General Assembly session and the Arlington County Board. The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee begins the process by producing a draft paper, with staff assistance, which is then reviewed, and perhaps amended, by the Executive Committee prior to submission to the Board. The content of these documents center on major policy positions, as well as reaction to selected positions in similar packages from the Arlington County Board and the Arlington Public Schools.​

View the Chamber's Public Policy Positions and County General Assembly Responses: ​
​For more information, view our recent advocacy activity and support for our members, or contact Government Affairs Manager, Scott Pedowitz, at (703) 525-2400 or advocacy@arlingtonchamber.org.