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Standing Up for Business

As part of its mission, Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping influence legislation and public policy to benefit our community and your business. MBACC members are encouraged to participate in the member-driven Advocacy Council, which is comprised of MBACC members engaged in the public policy arena.

Each year, the council unveils its community priorities, which are based on survey results of members’ concerns and issues for the upcoming legislative session.

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Find a bill

Stay up to date on the latest developments as bills move through the legislative process at both the state and federal levels. Gain greater awareness of legislative issues impacting the Grand Strand through TrackBill.

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Connect with civic leaders and officials

Take advantage of our special events to connect with lawmakers and stay abreast on the policy issues impacting your business and our city.

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Find Your Representative

See a list of local, state and federal elected officials.

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What’s Happening

34 Local Professionals to Participate in Leadership Grand Strand Program

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.—Leadership Grand Strand (LGS) is pleased to announce it has accepted 34 business and community members from Horry and Georgetown counties to participate in its 46th class. LGS [...]

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Myrtle Beach Area Chamber and Visit Myrtle Beach Appoints Dr. Lori Heafner of HGTC to Chair the 2026 Board of Directors

The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC) and Visit Myrtle Beach are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lori A. Heafner as Chair of its Board of Directors [...]

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