January 23, 2006: Members of AeA's Midwest Executive Board met with Congresswoman Melissa Bean to discuss issues of concern to the Illinois high-tech industry, including, education, a greater emphasis on math & science in K-12, SOX 404, immigration, the R&D Tax Credit, IP protection, the rising cost of health care, and a general discussion on how to enhance the high tech sector in Chicago. AeA's meeting with Congresswoman Bean was part of an ongoing effort to raise the visibility of high tech in Illinois and the business issues facing our industry. For more information, please contact Ed Longanecker, Executive Director, AeA Midwest Council, 613-613-7174.