• Government Affairs

  • The Government Affairs Committee serves as the policy and advocacy arm of the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce. This committee works to ensure that the voice of local business is represented at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels. Through strategic engagement, issue tracking, and direct relationships with elected officials, the committee monitors legislation, evaluates its potential impact on our business community, and identifies priority areas where the Chamber should lead.

    The committee’s work includes:
    - Reviewing and recommending legislative priorities
    - Hosting public policy programs such as Eggs & Issues and Effingham Day at the Capitol
    - Coordinating business-focused candidate and policy forums
    - Facilitating dialogue between business leaders and elected officials
    - Supporting pro-growth policies that strengthen economic vitality

    At its core, the Government Affairs Committee protects Effingham County's business climate by ensuring informed, consistent, and credible advocacy.


     

  • Guyton City Council
    Effingham County Board of Education

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  • Effingham County Industrial Development Authority

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  • Effingham County Industrial Development Authority


  • Springfield City Council

     

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  • Effingham County Board of Commissioners

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  • Effingham County Board of Commissioners

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  • Rincon City Council

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  • Springfield Downtown Development Authority

  • Government Affairs Liaison Program

    The Government Affairs Liaison Program extends the Chamber’s advocacy reach by establishing designated points of contact with local and state officials. Each liaison is assigned to a specific elected body or office and serves as a relationship steward on behalf of the Chamber. Liaisons attend meetings when appropriate, monitor emerging issues, and provide structured updates to the Government Affairs Committee to ensure alignment with the Chamber’s legislative priorities.

    The program strengthens consistent communication between the Chamber and public officials while increasing awareness of policy developments that may affect the local business climate. By maintaining regular dialogue and identifying opportunities or challenges early, the Liaison Program helps position the Chamber as proactive, informed, and engaged.

    Liaisons represent the interests of the broader business community as guided by the Chamber’s adopted legislative platform. This structure ensures that advocacy efforts remain strategic, coordinated, and focused on long-term economic vitality for Effingham County.

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