The Senate of the State of Texas has passed a resolution recognizing the Greater Port Arthur Area Chamber of Commerce for achieving Five-Star Accreditation from the United States Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious designation highlights the chamber's excellence in administration and its significant contributions to the local community. As the only chamber between Houston and Baton Rouge to receive this honor, the Greater Port Arthur Area Chamber of Commerce plays a vital role in promoting the economic vitality of the region through community engagement and support for local businesses.

Over the past year, the chamber has organized 19 training sessions and seminars on various topics, including marketing and disaster recovery, and has hosted events such as the Occupational Medicine Conference and Empowering Futures job fairs. The resolution commends the chamber's members, staff, board, and volunteers for their commitment to fostering long-term prosperity in the region and acknowledges the positive impact they have made on small businesses and the lives of many Texans. The Texas Senate extends its congratulations to the chamber for this national recognition and wishes them continued success in the future.