U.S. Chamber of Commerce Reports and Studies

Read reports and studies by the U.S. Chamber on important issues that affect business.

A Line Down the Pacific? The Stakes for U.S. Engagement in the Asia-Pacific Region

The United States has three critical opportunities in 2011 that could deliver significant economic gains for American workers, farmers, and companies and ensure that the United States remains a major strategic player in the Asia-Pacific region.

Released: May 03, 2011

Immigration Myths and Facts

Despite the numerous studies and carefully detailed statistical reports outlining the positive effects of immigration, there is a great deal of misinformation about the impact of immigration. It is critical that policymakers and the public are educated about the facts behind these fallacies. The Chamber’s Labor, Immigration & Employee Benefits Division has prepared this pamphlet to refute seven of the most common myths about immigrants coming to our country.

Released: May 03, 2011

The Case for Being Bold: A New Agenda for Business in Improving STEM Education

Released: Apr 13, 2011

Leading Practices on Disability Inclusion

Released: Apr 12, 2011

Sources of Capital and Economic Growth: Interconnected and Diverse Markets Driving U.S. Competitiveness

Released: Mar 28, 2011

Progress Denied: A Study on the Potential Economic Impact of Permitting Challenges Facing Proposed Energy Projects

Released: Mar 10, 2011

Facing Our Energy Realities: A Plan to Fuel Our Recovery

Released: Feb 01, 2011

The Economic Impact of H-2B Workers

Released: Nov 01, 2010

Cy Pres: A Not So Charitable Contribution to Class Action Practice

Released: Oct 27, 2010

Litigating in the Field of Dreams: Asbestos Cases in Madison County, Illinois

Released: Oct 27, 2010

Restoring Balance: Proposed Amendments to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

Released: Oct 27, 2010

Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee: Issues for Policymakers

Released: Sep 28, 2010

Transportation Performance Index

Released: Sep 23, 2010

Bearing Down on Employers: The New Labor and Immigration Landscape

Released: Sep 02, 2010

The "Obama" National Labor Relations Board: The Potential Use of Rulemaking to Enhance Union Organizing

Released: Aug 31, 2010

Regaining America’s Competitive Advantage: Making our Immigration System Work

Released: Aug 11, 2010

China’s Drive for 'Indigenous Innovation' - A Web of Industrial Policies

Released: Jul 28, 2010

Enterprising States: Creating Jobs, Economic Development, and Prosperity in Challenging Times

Released: Jul 19, 2010

Small Business Access to Capital: Critical for Economic Recovery

Released: Jul 15, 2010

Tort Liability Costs for Small Business

Released: Jul 08, 2010