STEARNS RECOGNIZED FOR SUPPORTING AMERICA’S JOB CREATORS

WASHINGTON, MARCH 29, 2012 – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored Rep. Cliff Stearns (R-Sixth) today at their office on Capitol Hill for his support of pro-jobs, pro-growth policies during the first session of the 112^th Congress.  The Chamber presented Stearns with its “Spirit of Enterprise” Award.

“While many in Congress were busy playing politics, Representative Stearns was working to protect and advance the interests of America’s job creators,” said Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber.  “America’s beacon of light shines brighter today because of Representative Stearns and his efforts.”

“As a former small business owner, I know how to create jobs and I share the Chamber’s mission of supporting job creators and promoting economic growth,” said Stearns.  “I appreciate this honor from the U.S. Chamber and its recognition of my strong record of supporting our business community.”