Times Herald: Gerlach Earns Spirit of Enterprise Award
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Gerlach earns "Spirit of Enterprise" award
WASHINGTON - Congressman Jim Gerlach, R-6th Dist., Tuesday earned his seventh consecutive Spirit of Enterprise Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.Gerlach was recognized for his outstanding support in 2009 of legislation aimed at creating jobs and helping businesses grow.
Lawmakers qualify for the award if they have supported the Chamber’s position on at least 70 percent of key business and jobs votes.
Gerlach scored 87 percent in 2009 and has a cumulative score of 88 percent during his four terms.
"Creating opportunities for men and women in the 6th District to find jobs and pursue their dreams of owning a business or expanding their companies has always been one of my priorities as a public servant,” Gerlach said.
"I am extremely thrilled that the U.S. Chamber has once again recognized my commitment to passing common sense policies that foster job growth and a climate in which businesses can thrive.
"Congress still has a lot of work to do to reinvigorate our economy after one of the most challenging periods in our nation’s history. I stand ready to work with my colleagues to put in place incentives for creating jobs and empowering entrepreneurs and allowing individuals and business owners to keep more of their hard-earned money rather than sending it to Washington.”
Thomas J. Donohue, Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer, said the business community depends on solid partnerships on Capitol Hill to help grow the economy and create new jobs for hardworking Americans.
"The Chamber applauds Representative Gerlach for supporting the private sector and job growth through these difficult times,” Donohue said.
"He has demonstrated great courage and we commend him.”
This is the 22nd year that the U.S. Chamber has formally honored the accomplishments of this select group of lawmakers.
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