Strengthening the Heartland’s competitive edge in the global economy

The Heartland Civic Collaborative Federal Policy Agenda emphasizes policies to advance the collective growth of the Heartland region. HCC focuses on the following policy priorities:

  • Support for the expansion and funding of biotechnology and biomedical research and manufacturing in the human health, animal, and plant sciences.

  • Support for the expansion and modernization of bi-state transportation systems and policies that further a regional approach to addressing water quality and water management.

  • Support for a modernized immigration system, fully resourced public education system, and policies that support housing affordability.

  • Support for national defense funding that ensures stability and security and the protection of commercial interests both domestically and internationally.

About Heartland Civic Collaborative

The Heartland Civic Collaborative (HCC) is an alliance of four midwestern centers of innovation and economic influence, united by a shared vision to amplify our collective strengths and elevate the Heartland as a leading megaregion.

An initiative of the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City, the Des Moines Partnership, Greater St. Louis Inc., the Greater Omaha Chamber, and the Kansas City Chamber, HCC exemplifies the enduring power of collaboration and a unified vision among the region's leaders.

Heartland Civic Collaborative has a history of convening key stakeholders to advance economic development, infrastructure investment, workforce development, and sustainable practices.