ALTOONA, WI —  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden for reelection to represent Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, recognizing his strong record of supporting small businesses, lowering taxes, strengthening American manufacturing, and creating an environment where Wisconsin businesses can grow.

The endorsement was announced at Bond’s Social Club in Altoona, a local small business and member of the chamber of commerce.

The endorsement comes as Congressman Van Orden continues traveling across Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, meeting with small business owners and highlighting the hardworking men and women who keep local communities moving.

“I’m honored to have the endorsement of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the businesses and workers they represent across Wisconsin.The strength of our economy comes from the people who are willing to put in the work and build something of their own. I see that every day across the Third District, whether it’s our farmers working to keep their family farm going or small business owners trying to grow and hire their next employee. I’m proud of the work I’ve done in Congress to lower taxes, reduce burdensome regulations, and defend the free market. I will continue fighting to make sure Wisconsin’s farmers, small businesses, and hardworking families can succeed right here in the Badger State.” said Van Orden.

“The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Congressman Derek Van Orden to represent Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Congressman Van Orden is committed to free enterprise solutions that will help grow Wisconsin’s economy, including eliminating burdensome regulations, streamlining our federal permitting process, and investing in America’s workforce and infrastructure. We are proud to endorse him and look forward to continuing to work together in the 120th Congress,” said Micah Olson, Manager, Midwest Regional Office at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations. For more than 114 years, we have advocated for pro-business policies that help businesses create jobs and grow our economy.

VAN ORDEN SMALL-BUSINESS RECORD

  • Made the 20% small-business tax deduction permanent, giving Main Street businesses greater certainty to invest, hire, and grow.
  • Expanded 100% expensing for factories, equipment, improvements, and R&D to encourage investment and bring manufacturing back to America.
  • Protected family farms and businesses by eliminating the death tax, making it easier for families to pass businesses to the next generation.
  • Delivered tax relief for seniors, tipped workers, and overtime workers.
  • Fought for Wisconsin businesses the certainty and freedom to invest, expand, and create jobs.