Today is National Support Your Local Chambers Day! The Colorado Chamber is proud to partner with local chambers across the state to support the Colorado business community. Together, we give businesses of all sizes a voice in public policy to champion a better business climate in Colorado. Local chambers have endured many challenges in the […]
DBJ: Colorado raising minimum wage for employers again in 2022 — if that matters
Colorado’s minimum wage is expected to rise to $12.56 per hour in 2022 — a boost that major business groups say doesn’t answer the question of where employers will find talent during a labor shortage. The coming hike is a result of Colorado law that requires annual inflationary adjustments of the wage, which currently is $12.32 […]
Colorado Taxpayers Expected to See Tax Refund, Reduced Income Tax Rate
President Biden’s Tax Proposals Generate Discord Among Democrats in House & Senate
Raytheon Intelligence & Space to acquire SEAKR Engineering
Colorado Chamber member Raytheon Technologies shared exciting news recently, signing a definitive agreement to acquire Centennial-based SEAKR Engineering, a leading supplier of advanced electronics for space applications. Closure of the acquisition, expected by year end, is subject to the completion of customary conditions and regulatory approvals. SEAKR Engineering will be a wholly owned subsidiary of […]
Federal Mandate Issued for Large Employers: Q&A with OSHA Staff
This week, President Biden released a plan to address the COVID-19 pandemic. Within that plan is an Executive Order mandating that employers with 100 employees or more be vaccinated or test negative for the virus. Specifics regarding the pending rule are outlined below: “The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is developing a […]
Colorado’s Congressional Delegation Talks Infrastructure, Afghanistan and the Economy at Colorado Chamber Event
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. WHEAT RIDGE – The Colorado Chamber today held its fifth biennial congressional event, bringing together Colorado’s U.S. House delegation on one stage to discuss the critical issues facing the business community. U.S. Reps. Jason Crow, Ed Perlmutter, Joe Neguse, Doug Lamborn, and Ken Buck participated in […]
WATCH: The Colorado Chamber’s Biennial Congressional Event
The Colorado Chamber hosted its biennial congressional event, featuring Reps. Ken Buck, Ed Perlmutter, Joe Neguse, Doug Lamborn, and Jason Crow. CLICK HERE TO WATCH! (Program begins at the 15 minute mark)
Fidelity is Hiring in Colorado!
Colorado Chamber member Fidelity Investments is expanding its workforce in Colorado, from licensed professionals to team leaders to entry level positions. They are hosting monthly webinars to help potential candidates find a career at Fidelity on August 24th and August 26th. You can find more information on the webinars by clicking here. Working for Fidelity will […]
Full Withdrawal of Controversial Employee Traffic Reduction Plan Good for Colorado Workers and Businesses
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber released the following statement in response to the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC) formally withdrawing the Employee Traffic Reduction Program (ETRP) from the rulemaking process this evening: “This development is welcome news for both businesses and the Coloradans they employ,” […]