High School Business Education Class Presents Findings to Senator Dutton
Students taking a business education class at Arroyo Valley High School outlined the results of a study on the economic impact government regulations have on business to Sen. Bob Dutton (R-Rancho Cucamonga) during a presentation at the school on May 11
The study by the students concluded, “that frivolous litigation is the most outstanding issue that has had the most negative impact on the cost of doing business in California. Under frivolous litigation, we also saw worker’s compensation and taxes, as the other forefronts of negative impacts on businesses.” You can read the entire report here.
The course was in response to Senator Dutton’s efforts in Sacramento to promote a business-friendly environment. The students and Senator Dutton first met in December to craft a plan on what areas the survey should focus.
“There is a need for our young people to understand the legislative process and its impact on business,” said Senator Dutton. “It’s critically important people are informed about impedes economic growth and business retention.”
The students used a survey process targeted to existing businesses to measure the economic impact of government regulations. The goal was to collect data that might be used to support future legislation designed to ease the regulatory burden on small businesses.
Senator Dutton with class instructor Mrs. Grace NavarroIn addition, the students learned what it means to be an entrepreneur, listened to inspirational success stories from local business owners, engaged in a personal drive to volunteer and raise money for those in need and gained an understanding of the cost of doing business here in California.
The class represents a collaborative effort bringing together the education community, the private sector and local government representation. The class was taught by Ms. Grace Navarro and is the result of cooperation between the senator’s district office, the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Alliance for Education Program, San Bernardino City Unified School District, California State University San Bernardino, and San Bernardino Valley College District. The high school students were also mentored by Ms. Parker Portillo, a graduate student in the CSUSB School of Business.
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