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DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) today announced endorsements of state legislative candidates for the general election to be held on November 3, 2026.
“Decisions made at the Capitol have a direct impact on employers and communities across our state,” said Colorado Chamber President and CEO Loren Furman. “The Chamber’s endorsement process supports candidates who recognize the important role employers play in strengthening Colorado’s economic health, affordability and long-term competitiveness. These leaders will help build a stronger future for our state and move forward the priorities identified in Vision 2033, our 10-year strategic plan for Colorado.”
The chosen candidates were selected for endorsement through extensive interviews and vetting by members of the Colorado Chamber’s Political Action Committee who represent businesses of all sizes across the state.
The Colorado Chamber’s endorsements for the 2026 general election are as follows:
Colorado House of Representatives
Cecelia Espenoza (D – HD 4)
Amy Paschal (D – HD 18)
Dan Woog (R – HD 19)
Jarvis Caldwell (R – HD 20)
Brenda Miller (R – HD 21)
Alexis Hoffkling (D – HD 23)
Mark Herzfeld (R – HD 25)
Meghan Lukens (D – HD 26)
Danielle Varda (D – HD 27)
David Rein (D – HD 28)
Rebekah Stewart (D – HD 30)
Chris VanDijk (D – HD 32)
Michael Carter (D – HD 36)
Gretchen Rydin (D – HD 38)
Nate Marsh (R – HD 43)
Max Brooks (R – HD 45)
Ty Winter (R – HD 47)
Carlos Barron (R – HD 48)
Ryan Gonzalez (R – HD 50)
Andrew Boesenecker (D – HD 53)
Jason Bias (R – HD 54)
Rick Taggart (R – HD 55)
Chris Richardson (R – HD 56)
Katie Stewart (D – HD 59)
Dusty Johnson (R – HD 63)
Lori Garcia Sander (R – HD 65)
Colorado State Senate
Byron Pelton (R – SD 1)
Dana Charles (R – SD 3)
Janice Rich (R – SD 7)
Dylan Roberts (D – SD 8)
Rob Woodward (R – SD 15)
Monica Duran (D – SD 22)
Kyle Mullica (D – SD 24)
William Lindstedt (D – SD 25)
Danielle Lammon (R – SD 27)
John Carson (R – SD 30)
Matt Ball (D – SD 31)
Rod Pelton (R – SD 35)
The Colorado Chamber conducted its General Election candidate interviews from July 8-9. Candidates were pressed on policy questions ranging from energy, housing and regulations to workforce issues and more. They were also assessed on their campaign strategies and willingness to reach across the aisle, seek compromise and work with the business community on legislation.
Every two years, the Colorado Chamber conducts an in-depth candidate vetting and endorsement process. This includes detailed analyses of candidates’ campaigns, fundraising efforts, legislative districts and voter performance history. The Chamber endorses both open seat candidates and incumbents from across the political spectrum who represent diverse interests statewide.
For more information on the candidates, along with resources on statewide and legislative races, ballot initiatives and voting resources, visit Colorado Decides, a new online resource that serves as a comprehensive guide to Colorado’s state elections.
View the Chamber’s primary election legislative endorsements here.
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The Colorado Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) is the political arm of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, which promotes candidates and causes that protect and enhance Colorado’s business climate. The PAC Board is comprised of a powerful network of top Colorado companies, trade associations and local chambers of commerce.