Public Policy & Governmental Affairs

The Dekalb Chamber is the Voice of Business.

Read More

The DeKalb Chamber serves as the voice of business, large and small. The Chamber monitors laws and regulations that may impact DeKalb businesses, our membership, and our community at the Federal, State, and local levels of government.

Additionally, we work closely with the DeKalb County elected and administrative leaders on key local and state issues and have solid partnerships with regional organizations and other chambers.


The DeKalb Chamber serves as the voice of business, large and small. The Chamber monitors laws and regulations that may impact DeKalb businesses, our membership, and our community at the Federal, State, and local levels of government.

Additionally, we work closely with the DeKalb County elected and administrative leaders on key local and state issues and have solid partnerships with regional organizations and other chambers.

Governmental Affairs Committee

Read More

The Governmental Affairs Committee is the primary voice in advocating for members on government and public affairs. The committee gathers input from committees, members, and partnering organizations and communicates the concerns and positions of the business community to local, state, and federal elected officials and government agencies. This committee also creates opportunities for the business community to connect with elected officials through special events.If you are interested in becoming more involved, contact the Chamber at  (404) 378-8000 or  email for more information.

The Governmental Affairs Committee is the primary voice in advocating for members on government and public affairs. The committee gathers input from committees, members, and partnering organizations and communicates the concerns and positions of the business community to local, state, and federal elected officials and government agencies. This committee also creates opportunities for the business community to connect with elected officials through special events.

If you are interested in becoming more involved, contact the Chamber at (404) 378-8000 or email for more information.

2022 Advocacy Goals

Goal #1

Inform members on legislation that affects the business community.

Goal #2

Build a robust Governmental Affairs Committee to develop legislative priorities.

Goal #3

Offer opportunities for the business community to connect with elected officials.

Goal #4

Proactively advocate for and support legislation that helps businesses survive.

Legislative Updates