ST. PAUL - Rep. Bill Hilty (DFL-Finlayson) supported the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce's position on 1 of 13 votes scored in the 2009 Legislature. Sen. Tony Lourey, (DFL-Kerrick) aligned with the statewide business community on 3 of 13 votes.
The Minnesota Chamber, the state's largest business advocacy organization, annually publishes key votes of legislators on issues important to maintaining a healthy economy.
"With today's uncertain economy, it is more important than ever for Minnesota to position itself to compete in the global marketplace," Chamber President David Olson said. "The laws passed in St. Paul have considerable impact on Minnesota businesses and all Minnesotans' well-being."
The Minnesota Chamber and its 2,400 members work on a multitude of issues important to the future of Minnesota's economy. Priorities this year included resolving the state budget shortfall without a general fund tax increase, ensuring a quality workforce, and making certain that Minnesota's environmental and energy policies do not put Minnesota businesses at a disadvantage to their counterparts around the nation and world.
A complete copy of the Minnesota Chamber's 2009 Voting Record can be found at www.mnchamber.com .
