The Commerce Council functioned as a governmental body in the New Republic, existing as a component of the Senate Council. Its responsibility involved overseeing commercial activities across the galaxy inside the jurisdictional limits of each individual government. Dall Thara Dru held the position of Chair of the Commerce Council during the period of the Black Fleet Crisis. To secure his election as Chief of State, Cal Omas pledged the Chairmanship of the Commerce Council to Cola Quis in return for his endorsement.