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American job creation is a top priority for Congressman Scott DesJarlais (TN-04), who announced today that he will be embarking on a district-wide “Tennessee Job Creators” tour. This tour is part of a continued effort by the congressman to have an open discussion with Tennessee job creators, entrepreneurs and innovators on ways the Federal government can foster economic growth and create jobs in the private sector.

The congressman will be traveling throughout Tennessee’s Fourth Congressional District to meet small, medium and large sized businesses representing a variety of industries, to receive direct feedback from proven job-creators on what federal policies are helping or hurting businesses as they strive to expand and create jobs.

“Our nation has always had the ability to promote great entrepreneurship by fostering an environment that allows businesses to grow and flourish. Maintaining a strong business climate is vital if we want to create jobs and keep our nation globally competitive,” said Congressman Scott DesJarlais. “I want to make sure that Washington is doing everything possible to help businesses succeed. I also want to know of instances where Washington places too many regulatory burdens on business so that I can work with my colleagues in Congress to eliminate these cumbersome federal regulations.”

A September 2010 Small Business Administration reportconcluded that federal regulations cost U.S. businesses $1.75 trillion each year. To put this figure in perspective, the cost equates to an average of $8,086 per employee in 2008, with small businesses facing an even higher than average burden. This has made the path to economic revitalization and job creation riddled with unnecessary barriers.

“During difficult economic times, we simply can’t afford to let bureaucrats in Washington impose unnecessary regulations that stifle job creation. It is my hope that by working with those who have a proven record of creating jobs, we can find the right role for Washington – a role that helps businesses, not harms them. We want to make sure we develop solutions in Congress that increase jobs, not the size of the federal government,” noted DesJarlais. “I want to make sure that the views of Tennessee’s entrepreneurs and small business owners are included as we move forward in developing solutions to overcoming the hurdles faced by American Job Creators.”