The Colorado Chamber of Commerce joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and hundreds of business organizations across the country in a coalition letter urging Congress to pass the bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026.
This legislation seeks to modernize the federal permitting process, reducing unnecessary delays and improving certainty for critical infrastructure, energy, water and communications projects. The coalition argues that the current permitting system is overly complex and unpredictable, driving up costs, discouraging investment and delaying projects that would create jobs and strengthen communities.
“Permitting reform is ultimately about delivering results. When needed investments are delayed, families and businesses face higher costs, longer wait times, and fewer opportunities,” the letter states.
The letter calls on Congress to act quickly to advance comprehensive permitting reform that will lower costs, encourage economic growth and accelerate critical investments while maintaining strong environmental protections and opportunities for community engagement.
Click here to read the full coalition letter.