Garrett honored by U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce awarded Rep. Scott Garrett (R-NJ) with the “Spirit of Enterprise Award” for his pro-business record during the first session of the 111th Congress. “The Chamber applauds Representative Garrett for supporting the private sector and job growth through these difficult times,” said Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber. “He has demonstrated great courage and we commend him.” Eligibility for the award is based on how members of Congress vote on key business issues, which the Chamber outlines in its annual publication “How They Voted.” The designated “key votes” are recorded floor votes on issues established as priorities by the Chamber before the vote. According to the scorecard, Rep. Garrett maintained a 73 percent rating with the Chamber this year and collectively holds an 83 percent ranking during his tenure in Congress. The Chamber scored Congress on seven Senate and 15 House votes in 2009, including the economic stimulus package, legislation to promote the U.S. as a travel destination abroad, and both the House and Senate healthcare reform bills.