Washington, D.C – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce today honored Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) with its annual Spirit of Enterprise Award, given in recognition of her support for pro-jobs, pro-growth policies in the first session of the 114th Congress.
“We are pleased to recognize Congresswoman Stefanik for engaging in pro-business policymaking that helps strengthen our nation’s spirit of enterprise,” said Tom Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “The Spirit of Enterprise Award honors those members of Congress who are committed to ensuring that American businesses can continue to operate and succeed in a free enterprise system.”
“Promoting economic growth and job creation is my top priority in Congress,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “I will continue to advocate for policies that will help North Country families and businesses, and I thank the U.S. Chamber for this great honor.”
The Chamber’s prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award is given annually to members of Congress based on their votes on critical business legislation as outlined in the Chamber publication, How They Voted. Congresswoman Stefanik received a 100 percent rating for her voting record in the 1st Session of the 114th Congress.
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