Kane County Reporter

State Senator Donald DeWitte (R-St. Charles) has been recognized as a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. The honor was awarded for his defense of free enterprise and advocacy for economic opportunities across Illinois. DeWitte received an “A” grade on the Chamber's scorecard.

“Senator DeWitte has consistently proven himself to be a trusted advocate for the business community,” said Illinois Chamber President and CEO Lou Sandoval. “He has consistently pursued policy solutions that will create economic opportunity in his district and throughout the state. Senator DeWitte distinguished himself as a leader in his caucus through his hard work and keen understanding of complex issues, especially on transportation, tax, and local government. We are proud to name Senator DeWitte a 103rd General Assembly’s Champion of Free Enterprise and look forward to our continued work together.”

The Illinois Chamber’s staff and Government Affairs Committee evaluated all members of the 103rd General Assembly based on their votes on key business legislation. The Champion of Free Enterprise Award was given to legislators who demonstrated a commitment to freeing entrepreneurial spirit and supporting job creators in Illinois through their voting records. The ranking bills in both the Senate and House were selected based on their impact on the business community.

“The General Assembly continues to pile burdensome regulations and taxes on job creators, which stifles economic growth, shrinks our tax base, and grows our debt,” DeWitte said. “Businesses, especially small businesses, are the backbone of our economy in this State, and rather than adding to their burdens, State Government must do more to create an environment where they can grow and thrive.”

For further details about award winners and summaries of the bills used in the ranking process, visit the Illinois Chamber's website.