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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Cyndi Sutton for Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce cyndi@jrcommunications.com 571-213-0401 STATEMENT: Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Braces for Government Shutdown’s Impact on the Montgomery County Business Community ROCKVILLE, MD (October 1, 2025) – The federal government shutdown that starts today will have a major impact on businesses throughout Montgomery County, Maryland, especially its government contracting companies. Angela Franco, President and CEO, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, says: “Because Montgomery County has the nation’s second largest federal presence, this shutdown could have detrimental consequences for our County’s government contractors. We can expect additional federal government contract delays to further complicate an already complex acquisition system – one that has faced major contract delays in recent months due to a reduced federal workforce. “According to the Brookings Institution’s newly released DMV Monitor, the County has the biggest 12-month percentage loss, 26.6% of any tracked jurisdiction for legally-binding funds committed to recipients throughout federally-awarded grants, contracts, loans and cooperative agreements. “This shutdown will put even more financial strain on Montgomery County’s businesses and residents. For example, as long as the shutdown continues, no new federal grants or contracts will begin. That means that Montgomery County companies could be further impacted by time and money that was spent pursuing new business opportunities that will not come to fruition. “In addition, it was also reported that Montgomery County has the second-worst percentage of job postings with a 7.8% decline over the past year. “Our country’s political system depends on collaboration between both parties to deliver a government that works. We urge Congress to find a way to negotiate year-long funding for FY2026 to avoid these stops and starts that harm state and local economies.” About Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC), on behalf of its members, champions the growth of business opportunities, strategic infrastructure investments, and a strong workforce to position Metro Maryland as a premier regional, national, and global business location. Established in 1959, MCCC is an independent, non-profit membership organization. For more information, visit https://www.mcccmd.com or follow the Chamber at https://www.facebook.com/MCCCMD.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT: Cyndi Sutton for Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
cyndi@jrcommunications.com
571-213-0401
STATEMENT: Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Braces for Government Shutdown’s Impact on the
Montgomery County Business Community
ROCKVILLE, MD (October 1, 2025) – The federal government shutdown that starts today will have a major impact on businesses throughout Montgomery County, Maryland, especially its government contracting companies.
Angela Franco, President and CEO, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, says:
“Because Montgomery County has the nation’s second largest federal presence, this shutdown could have detrimental consequences for our County’s government contractors. We can expect additional federal government contract delays to further complicate an already complex acquisition system – one that has faced major contract delays in recent months due to a reduced federal workforce.
“According to the Brookings Institution’s newly released DMV Monitor, the County has the biggest 12-month percentage loss, 26.6% of any tracked jurisdiction for legally-binding funds committed to recipients throughout federally-awarded grants, contracts, loans and cooperative agreements.
“This shutdown will put even more financial strain on Montgomery County’s businesses and residents. For example, as long as the shutdown continues, no new federal grants or contracts will begin. That means that Montgomery County companies could be further impacted by time and money that was spent pursuing new business opportunities that will not come to fruition.
“In addition, it was also reported that Montgomery County has the second-worst percentage of job postings with a 7.8% decline over the past year.
“Our country’s political system depends on collaboration between both parties to deliver a government that works. We urge Congress to find a way to negotiate year-long funding for FY2026 to avoid these stops and starts that harm state and local economies.”
About Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC), on behalf of its members, champions the growth of business opportunities, strategic infrastructure investments, and a strong workforce to position Metro Maryland as a premier regional, national, and global business location. Established in 1959, MCCC is an independent, non-profit membership organization. For more information, visit https://www.mcccmd.com or follow the Chamber at https://www.facebook.com/MCCCMD.