Columbia Montour Chamber Supports Permanent Extension of 2017 Tax Cuts

The Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce is joining business organizations across the country in advocating for the permanent extension of key provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). The Chamber, aligning with nearly 500 business groups led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the PA Chamber, is urging Congress to act before these tax cuts expire this year through a sign on letter sent on February 26th.

These tax provisions have played a crucial role in fostering economic growth, increasing wages, and creating jobs for businesses and workers alike. The coalition recently sent a letter to lawmakers, emphasizing the need to adopt a current-policy baseline during budget reconciliation talks. This approach would ensure businesses have the certainty needed to make long-term investments, which are essential for continued economic expansion.

Failure to extend the TCJA provisions could result in a $4 trillion tax increase for American businesses and families. The letter to Congress highlights that maintaining these tax cuts would not increase the deficit relative to current policy and would provide meaningful relief to employers and workers.

In related developments, the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a budget resolution that includes a framework for $4.5 trillion in net tax cuts, alongside $2 trillion in additional spending cuts. However, concerns remain among Senate Republicans regarding the permanence of these tax measures in the House bill.

The PA Chamber has been actively engaging with lawmakers, including participating in a small business roundtable in Gettysburg with Congressman John Joyce (PA-13). During this event, Pennsylvania business owners voiced their support for extending the TCJA tax cuts and shared firsthand accounts of how the provisions have benefited their businesses.

The Columbia Montour Chamber will continue working alongside the PA Chamber and U.S. Chamber to advocate for policies that support local businesses and economic prosperity.

For more updates on this critical issue, stay connected with the Chamber’s advocacy efforts by reaching out to Chris Berleth, Chamber President and CEO.  And to learn more about the State of American Business in 2025 from the U.S. Chamber.