- The Future of Business
Defining the Future of Business
The Chamber advocated against state-level AI regulations, promoting federal alignment, and strengthening free enterprise through strategic coalitions, training, thought leadership initiatives, and journalism partnerships.
Fostered American AI leadership
Pursued and won House passage of a 10-year state AI law moratorium in the reconciliation bill. While this version of the bill did not become law, the Chamber successfully advocated for state-level AI regulations to be considered in federal funding decisions, a pillar of the Trump administration’s AI Action plan intended to disincentivize state regulations that could undermine U.S. AI leadership.
Released a report proving patchwork AI regulations would negatively impact 77% of small businesses currently using the technology.
Advanced Free Enterprise

Built the Free Enterprise Leadership Network (FELN), a coalition of over 70 business leaders, chamber executives, and policy advocates across 34 states united in advancing free enterprise. The FELN activation portal equips its members with strategic tools, messaging resources, and exclusive briefings to champion economic freedom, innovation, and private-sector solutions.
Delivered customized language strategy training to 340 organizations across 42 states, including top corporations, industry associations, state and local chambers, small businesses, and media outlets—equipping them with message-tested strategies to defend free enterprise.
Established the Free Enterprise Exchange, a new speaker series designed to foster thought leadership and strategic dialogue. In the first year, the Exchange featured nine influential guests and partnered with six like-minded organizations to elevate the national conversation around free enterprise.
Launched the first Local Business Journalism Fellowship in partnership with the National Press Foundation, training 35 journalists from across the country. This four-day intensive program in Washington, D.C., equips journalists with deeper insights into the forces shaping the U.S. economy and strengthens local business reporting.

Download the 2025 Annual Report
In a year defined by economic uncertainty and accelerating change, the U.S. Chamber helped keep the voice of American business at the center of policymaking. Download the 2025 Annual Report to see the achievements, outcomes, and momentum shaping what comes next.
From advancing pro-growth tax policies and regulatory reforms to empowering small businesses and leading international delegations, the Chamber’s work in 2025 strengthened the foundation for American prosperity.