Public Policy
The Public Policy and Government Relations Committee (virtual)
Rooted in over 100 years of service to Tempe, the Chamber continues its mission to strengthen Tempe’s economy through active civic engagement. The Public Policy and Government Relations Committee plays a key role in this effort—working to identify, advocate for and influence critical issues at the federal, state and local levels.
Make Your Voice Heard
The Public Policy Committee meets monthly on the first Wednesday at 8 am via Zoom. These meetings are open to Chamber members who are interested in legislative updates and driving policy that supports a thriving economy.
Registration on the event calendar is required to receive the Zoom link.
2026 Proposed Transaction Privilege Tax Updates
CLICK BELOW to view the slide presentation on “The Proposed Tempe Transaction Privilege Tax” from the May 6th Tempe Chamber Public Policy & Government Relations Meeting featuring speakers Lisette Camacho, Tempe Deputy City Manager, Kyle Carman, Tempe Interim Fire Chief, Dane Sorensen, Tempe Assistant Police Chief, Tim Burch, Tempe Community Health and Human Services Director and Eric Iwersen, Tempe Transportation and Sustainability Director.
Established in 1999, the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA) is a powerful coalition representing the business interests of Apache Junction, Carefree Cave Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, and Tempe. As one of Arizona’s largest business advocates, we provide a unified voice for the region. Our legislative efforts are led by Dorn Policy Group, Inc., ensuring our members are heard at the State Capitol.
Annually, the EVCCA comes together and publishes a legislative agenda laying out it’s policy positions.
To view the 2026 EVCCA Legislative Agenda click HERE.
“The Tempe Chamber has one of the most robust advocacy and political programs you’ll find in a chamber of its size, or any size really.” -- Jennings Imel, Western Region Director, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
