U.S. Chamber Endorses Ohio Senator Austria

State Senator an Ally to Business Community

WASHINGTON, D.C.-The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today announced its endorsement of Ohio state Senator Steve Austria for Congress in Ohio's 7th Congressional District, praising his strong support for the state's businesses, both large and small.

"Steve Austria has been a champion for the people of central Ohio and an invaluable leader on important business issues," said Bill Miller, the U.S. Chamber's senior vice president and political director. "The Chamber believes Senator Austria will continue to be an effective legislator and supporter of businesses of every size if elected."

Senator Austria helped passing important legislation for local business and made meaningful contributions to people of all ages in the community. Senator Austria has worked to advocate programs and initiatives important to Ohio with regard to tax reform and job creation. Currently, Senator Austria represents Ohio's 10th Congressional District.

"On issues ranging from economic competitiveness to fiscal responsibility, Ohio's business community has no better friend than Steve Austria," said Miller.

The U.S. Chamber is playing a major role in the upcoming national elections, endorsing candidates who have demonstrated support for business priorities and will work to advance a pro-growth agenda in Congress. In 2006, 222 of the 277 Chamber endorsed candidates were elected.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business federation, representing more than three million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region.

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