Public Policy

A Unified Business Voice

BBA brings together the perspectives of businesses across industries to advocate for policies that matter. By aligning priorities and engaging with decision-makers, we help ensure the business community is heard where it counts.

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Focused on What Impacts Business

Our public policy efforts address the issues that shape the business environment, from workforce development and infrastructure to economic competitiveness and regulatory impact.

Through ongoing communication with elected officials and community leaders, BBA works to influence outcomes that support business growth and regional success.

Programs

The Birmingham Business Alliance Governmental Affairs Luncheon brings together governmental affairs professionals, elected and public officials, and BBA investors from across the region who are engaged in shaping public policy. Held quarterly on Mondays, each luncheon features a guest speaker to highlight and discuss legislative issues affecting business and industry in the Birmingham region. These gatherings play a key role in supporting BBA’s advocacy efforts and informing the development of our annual legislative agenda.

Open to Advocate-level members and above. Free to attend.


The Montgomery Drive-In is an exclusive event that gives BBA investors a direct line to the people shaping Alabama’s future. Join us in Montgomery for a meet-and-greet with state legislators to discuss the business and economic issues that matter most to our region. It’s an unmatched opportunity to build relationships and make your voice heard at the state level.

Open to Advocate-level members and above. Free to attend.


The BBA D.C. Policy Forum takes our members directly to Capitol Hill for face-to-face meetings with congressional representatives and federal policymakers. This exclusive trip is an opportunity to advocate for the policies that drive economic development in the Birmingham region — and to ensure our community’s priorities are heard at the national level.

Available to Advocate-level members and above.


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We advocate for policies that strengthen the region, support our members, and create a more competitive environment for businesses to succeed.

Public Policy Team