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Welcome to the New England Council - New England's voice on Capitol Hill for more than 80 years. The New England Council was formed in 1925 by the region's business and government leaders who recognized the importance of working together to find solutions to common economic challenges.

Today, the New England Council remains a leading voice on the issues that shape the region's economy and quality of life. The Council focuses on key industries that drive regional economic growth including education, technology, health care and financial services.

With a diverse membership drawn from a wide spectrum of industries throughout the region, the Council brings the voice of New England to Capitol Hill. The Council has successfully shaped federal policies to both enhance the region's quality of life as well as stimulate long-term economic growth.

Please explore our website to learn more about the issues and activities in which we are engaged.

what's new

Updated Analysis of Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Process: Comparison of Senate and House-approved and Administration budget outlines.

2008 Annual Report: The New England Council releases a summary of our advocacy, analysis, and events in 2008 and what's on our radar for 2009.

Dates Announced for NEC Spring Event in Washington, DC: The Council is pleased to announce the dates of its yearly gathering in Washington, DC: Tues. April 28 - Thurs. April 30, 2009

Select Analysis of the Economic Stimulus Plan: The New England Council provides a detailed breakdown of parts of The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act including energy, transportation, health care, and business tax incentives.

Higher Education Infrastructure Stressed for Stimulus Bill: NEC President James Brett joins the NEBHE in calling for increased investment for higher education infrastructure in pending economic simulus bill

Employment Impacts of Increased Highway Infrastructure Investment: The Council studies the link between job creation and an increased financial commitment to transportation infrastructure, including a number of immediate-action transportation projects in the six New England states.

Student Loan Survey Results: The New England Council and NEBHE release the results of a comprehensive survey of the student loan market throughout New England

Coming Together for New England's Transportation Future: The New England Council releases a policy paper on the importance of regional cooperation in meeting New England's transportation needs.