| Policy
Statements The
Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce has developed
policies that it will be placing a priority on at both the state and local level.
Policies
with an asterix* are priorities that the Minnesota
Chamber of Commerce have developed and will be
leading the effort with active Saint Paul Area
Chamber support.
More information and policy background can be
found in the "Full Policy" position
statements.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
*
Strengthen accountability for money spent in
both the K-12 and higher education systems.
Full Policy (K-12) Full
Policy (Higher Ed)
K-12
EDUCATION
Support steps that promote improved academic
achievement, increased accountability, and expanded
school choice.
Full Policy
(PDF)
HEALTH
CARE
HEALTH
CARE*
To identify and address the underlying issues
that drive rising health care costs.
Full Policies
TRANSPORTATION
CENTRAL CORRIDOR
Central
Corridor should be
the next light rail line built, connecting to the
Hiawatha line.
Full
Policy
(PDF)
MSP
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EXPANSION
Minneapolis/Saint
Paul International Airport (MSP) is an important
contributor to economic development and business
growth in the Twin Cities.
Full
Policy (PDF)
REGIONAL
TRANSPORTATION EXPANSION & INVESTMENT
The
Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce supports a
balanced transportation system integrating roads,
bridges, and transit.
Full
Policy (PDF)
TRANSPORTATION
*
Long-term funding for transportation
infrastructure and transit operations to assure the
safest and most efficient transportation system to
meet our economic and quality of life needs.
Full Policy
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