Chamber members will meet with key decision-makers, such as Speaker-Elect Karen Bass and Bay Area legislators– to discuss issues of critical importance to Silicon Valley. Hot topics under consideration for the public policy trip include budget reform, land use, R&D Tax Credits, education, Green Power, infrastructure investment, health care reform, workforce development and other issues important to the continued economic vitality of Silicon Valley and California. (learn more)

The trip provides important two-way communication on crucial topics. Statewide and regional officials are able to hear concerns and insights from Silicon Valley business leaders – who in turn are able to ask questions and learn first-hand the latest information about laws and policies under consideration in Sacramento.

"I strongly encourage Chamber members to engage in dialogue with decision-makers," said Chamber President and CEO Pat Dando, "We need to ensure that the voice of business for Silicon Valley is heard throughout the corridors of the State Capitol."

The Chamber has a long tradition of speaking out for common-sense public policies at City Hall, in Sacramento and in Washington D.C. When the Silicon Valley delegation meets with them, elected officials and other key policy makers hear the real-life experiences of the business and community leaders who have helped build one of the most vibrant, innovative regions in the world.

The cost for the all-day trip is $75 and includes transportation, breakfast and lunch. The delegation will leave the Chamber office about 7 a.m. and return late afternoon. Register now at www.sjchamber.com.

Access Sacramento 2008 sponsors are: Applied Materials, presenting sponsor; AT&T California; HCA Hospitals of Silicon Valley; BEA Systems, Inc; Comcast; eBay; Hewlett Packard; Lockheed Martin – Sunnyvale; San Jose Water Company; Valley View Packing Company; IBM; TBI Construction and Construction Management, Inc; Cisco; Santa Clara Valley Water District