U.S. Chamber President Calls New White House Council ‘Promising Step’ Toward Job Creation

Donohue Says The Ultimate Test Will Be Actions, Not Words

WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue issued the following statement on the formation of the Council on Jobs and Competitiveness and the appointment of General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immelt to lead it:

“President Obama’s appointment of Jeffrey Immelt to head the Council on Jobs and Competitiveness is a promising step toward a renewed focus on creating jobs, boosting economic growth, and enhancing America’s global competitiveness. Jeff is an excellent choice to lead this effort with his business experience and acumen, and understanding of global markets.

“The ultimate test will not be the administration’s words and intentions, but its actions. A more robust economy and stronger job growth will require regulatory restraint and reform, trade expansion, reducing deficits, reining in spending, strengthening our education system, and rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure.

“The business community looks forward to working with Mr. Immelt, the Council, and the administration to advance these important objectives and to get our economy moving and our people back to work.”

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.

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