Springfield… The Illinois Chamber of Commerce has announced this year’s recipients of their “Champions of Free Enterprise” Awards for the 2009-2010 legislative session.  Among those selected is State Representative Mark Beaubien (R, Barrington), recognized for his consistent advocacy for the interests of employers and businesses in Illinois.

“There is nothing more important right now than supporting the business community as private sector job creation is the true path out of our state’s financial mess,” stated Beaubien.  “By creating good paying private sector jobs will only expand the tax base and increase consumer spending thus increasing state revenues.”

To be considered for this award, a legislator must maintain an 85% record of voting with what the Illinois Chamber considers to be their top legislative priorities in Springfield.  Their priorities, job creation and a stable tax environment, are in line with the goals that financial experts say will lead to job creation and increased employment in Illinois.

Beaubien’s expertise in law and finance continues to be a tremendous asset to the people of Illinois. Beaubien currently serves as an Assistant Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he is also the House Republicans’ chief budget negotiator. In this role Rep. Beaubien has become a leading advocate for fiscal responsibility and pension funding issues in Illinois.