Government Affairs

Orange County is a global economic powerhouse.
Very few regions in the nation compare as hubs of innovation for
such a broad sector of industries.

To foster Orange County’s economic growth, Orange County Business Council’s Government Affairs team advocates on behalf of its members locally, in Sacramento and in Washington, D.C. By monitoring and regularly taking positions on legislation centered on its core initiatives—economic development, housing, infrastructure and workforce—OCBC fosters pro-business outcomes.

The Government Affairs team also leads advocacy trips to Sacramento, hosts monthly committee meetings with appointed and elected officials, and publishes resources such as OCBC’s Legislative Action Guide and annual Legislative Scorecard.

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OCBC regularly takes positions on legislation. The Government Affairs Committee provides public policy direction and oversees the Council’s state and federal legislation programs.

OCBC’s Government Affairs team monitors legislation that impacts the following sectors in Orange County.

OCBC’s Government Affairs team publishes legislative resources.

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The awards honor outstanding local agencies, leaders, programs and public-private partnerships that cut through red tape and encourage jobs and economic growth in Orange County.

Orange County Business Council (OCBC)

Join OCBC and make the voice of business heard as we advocate for economic development, workforce, housing and infrastructure priorities for the nation’s sixth most populous county.

Orange County’s legislative representatives come together to discuss issues that are vital to the economic growth of the nation’s sixth most populous county.

Nominations Are Closed for the
OCBC 14th Annual Turning Red Tape
into Red Carpet Awards

The awards honor outstanding local agencies, leaders, programs and public-private partnerships that cut through red tape and encourage jobs and economic growth in Orange County.

Orange County Business Council (OCBC)

Registration Now Open for the
OCBC 2025 Sacramento Advocacy Trip

Join OCBC’s Government Affairs team to share your voice and meet with legislative leaders at the annual OCBC Sacramento Advocacy Trip on March 24-25, 2025 in Sacramento. Space is limited and this trip will sell out, so be sure to secure your spot!

Event Details Coming Soon for the
OCBC 2025 Legislative Day

Join OCBC at its 2025 Legislative Day in August 2025 as Orange County’s elected representatives share updates and discuss the issues impacting Orange County in the areas of economic development, workforce, housing, and infrastructure.

Want to learn more or to join us in making a difference?

Discover more about how the Orange County Business Council’s Government Affairs team actively advocates for the economic growth of Orange County. To learn more and find out how you can get involved, contact:

Amanda Walsh

Vice President, Government Affairs,
Orange County Business Council
949.794.7208
[email protected]

George Boutros

Government Affairs Manager,
Orange County Business Council
949.794.7208
[email protected]