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Building a Pro-Business
Pennsylvania

For over 100 years , the MBA has been the voice of business in the government.

We know public policy impacts your bottom line, and we’re here to make sure lawmakers listen to what business owners and executives have to say.

Become an MBA member to…

  • Have an advocate for your business in state government
  • Gain access to elected officials
  • Become part of a network of well-connected individuals who align with your pro-business values
  • Stay informed on current affairs

…all at a fraction of the cost of hiring an in-house lobbyist.

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Business Advocacy

Small- and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Pennsylvania’s economy, and legislation can both help and hinder their success. The MBA is uniquely positioned to give you access to officials that make decisions that directly affect your business. We advocate pro-growth, pro-business policies in state and federal governments to improve our business community.

Not only are we a business advocate, but we also create opportunities for our members to…

  • Meet with lawmakers during legislative briefings and lunches, receptions, issue forums, meetings, lobbying trips, and caucus tours
  • Help shape policy related to taxes, healthcare, regulations, workforce safety, and more
  • Learn about issues and government through programs and webinars

Become a member and make your voice heard.

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State Senator Dan Laughlin

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Find Your Lawmaker

Did you know that you can contact your legislators by phone or email?
Click here to find the names and contact information for:

U.S. Senators
U.S. Representatives
State Senators

Pennsylvania State Representatives

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Communications and Publications

Stay up-to-date on the latest from the government.

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Our “On the Hill” column in the MBA Business Magazine covers all the latest in Pennsylvania policy and how it relates to your business.

Read “On the Hill”

MBA Hill Reports provide a comprehensive summary of recent legislative developments.

Op-eds written by the MBA reach and educate a wider audience about the importance of pro-business laws in Pennsylvania.

“Legislation Would Energize Pennsylvania’s Infrastructure”
by Jezree Friend

Policy Issues

Our government affairs specialists break down legislation and policy issues to educate business owners on how their organizations may be impacted, how they can respond to policy updates, and what pro-business policy looks like.
At the MBA, we want to make sure even the smallest businesses have what they need to support their employees–at prices they can afford. Policies determining which businesses can access Association Health Plans, or AHPs, have a significant impact on your bottom line.
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One of our main goals is helping businesses reduce health care costs while offering their employees good health insurance coverage and benefits packages–health insurance topped the list of employer concerns in our 2020 survey. As health care costs and insurance premiums continue to rise, policy has the potential to help ease or worsen those concerns.
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Qualified, dedicated workers are essential for any employer seeking to maintain or expand their business. However, in many communities, businesses are straining to hire new team members that can fill gaps left by veteran employees. Policies have the potential to present innovative solutions to this problem, such as training incarcerated or formerly incarcerated people.
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We believe employers know best when it comes to paying their employees, and that they should be able to determine the wages they pay their workers. Policies containing minimum wage requirements especially impact small- and medium-sized businesses because they rely on entry-level workers.
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Regulatory policies can place undue financial burdens, red tape, and compliance mazes on businesses. We keep an eye on these policies so that businesses face fewer barriers to innovation and productivity.
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Tax policy is an important tool that can encourage growth and investment, and feed innovation. MBA advocates for a business-friendly tax climate to help prevent job loss and business migration.
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Businesses need affordable, varied, and reliable energy sources–energy costs can be a significant portion of any business operation, especially in energy-intensive industries. Energy policy dictates the energy sources accessible to businesses.
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Contribute to the
MBA PAC

The MBA Political Action Committee (PAC) gives financial support to pro-business, pro-growth legislators and political candidates–but we can’t do it without you.

Consider contributing to the MBA PAC to help build a pro-business Pennsylvania and ensure that decision-makers understand your position on the issues that have the biggest impact on the business community.

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Testimonials

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Stefanie Ingramm, INEOS Pigments
“The information presented was beneficial and pertained to my work and life. The discussions really made you think about issues and opportunities you may have as a manager.”
Chelsie Zents, Erie Insurance
“Very interesting and informative program. I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in improving their leadership skills.”
Lisa Hadden, Marquette Savings Bank
“A diverse mix of people coupled with varying levels of experience and perspective make this class something that I would love to experience again someday.”
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