The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today presented Congressman Mike Rogers (AL-03) with its annual Spirit of Enterprise Award in recognition of his support of pro-growth, pro-jobs policies during the first session of the 113th Congress.

“2013 was challenging, but Congressman Rogers worked to pass legislation and enact policies that will keep our country moving forward economically,” U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue said. “The Spirit of Enterprise Award recognizes legislators like Congressman Rogers who have demonstrated their commitment to supporting pro-growth policies in the 113th Congress.”

The Chamber’s prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award is given annually to members of Congress based on their votes on critical business legislation outlined in the Chamber publication, How They Voted. Members who supported the Chamber’s position on at least 70 percent of those votes qualify to receive the award. Rogers has a cumulative rating of 90 percent for his tenure in Congress.

“Small businesses are the life blood of East Alabama and the jobs engine of our rural economy,” Rogers said. “Congress must do all it can to help create and retain good paying jobs while reducing harmful regulations. I am honored to receive this award and will continue to do all I can to help fight for the interests of our small businesses.”

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than three million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.

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