Join us for a roundtable style conversation with Congressman Marc Molinaro about his Think DIFFERENTLY initiatives. A brief summary of his many proposals is included below:
The Think DIFFERENTLY Transportation Act, a bipartisan bill that forces Amtrak to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The Think DIFFERENTLY About Emergencies Act, a bipartisan bill that ensures individuals with disabilities and their families have access to resources to safely recover after a natural disaster strikes. This passed the House last week.
The Down Syndrome Diagnosis Act, a bipartisan bill that helps parents and families navigate a new Down Syndrome diagnosis and ensure their child receives high quality care.
The Think DIFFERENTLY About Education Act, a bipartisan bill that helps parents of children with disabilities advocate for the resources their child needs to succeed in school.
The Think DIFFERENTLY Agriculture Accessibility Act, a bipartisan bill that breaks down barriers for farmers and farm families with disabilities.
The Think DIFFERENTLY About Emergencies Act, a bipartisan bill that ensures individuals with disabilities and their families have access to resources to safely recover after a natural disaster strikes.
The Autism Family Caregivers Act, a bipartisan bill that provides caregiver skills to families who care for children with autism spectrum disorder.
The Think DIFFERENTLY Database Act, a bipartisan bill that creates a comprehensive and easy-to-access website with support services and resources for individuals with disabilities.
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Featured Annual Events
Economic Summit
The Tompkins Chamber presents key local issues impacting local businesses and developers, policy issues impacting the business community, and local insights from participants in a national economic outlook survey. Partnering with Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), the event includes important updates about our economy, workforce, upcoming projects, and strategies to move forward and achieve a sustainable economic recovery.
Annual Dinner & Awards
One of the premier business community events of the year, the Annual Meeting highlights the Chamber community and previews the goals and initiatives for the coming year. Come and celebrate the success of our business community and economic development with hundreds of local leaders and elected officials! Join us as we raise a glass to the companies, not-for-profits, and volunteers who partner with us to help our community thrive.
Golf Tournament
This day on the green combines top-notch golf with valuable networking and advertising opportunities. Held at one of the County’s finest and professionally-rated golf courses. Staggered start golf tournament with several prizes, including skins. Lunch and beverages provided.
Great Big Chamber Auction
See and be seen by the region’s top business executives and small business owners. The Great Big Chamber Thank You & Auction holds tremendous value to our sponsors, donors, and attendees as it is one of our most highly publicized and attended events. The Great Big Chamber Auction portion helps underwrite the events and programs that support our Chamber members. Traditional silent and live auction, networking, and nonprofit recognition awards.