With less than two weeks left in the legislative session, things are moving quickly as legislators work to push bills across the finish line. This week, we’re watching House Bill 1421, one of the Chamber’s priority bills for the 2026 session that passed in the House Judiciary Committee yesterday and on second reading this morning. HB […]
Colorado Chamber Policy Councils Hold Final Meetings of 2026 Legislative Session
The Colorado Chamber held its final policy council meetings of the 2026 legislative session, taking positions on key bills affecting the business community and discussing strategy for the last two weeks of session. The Tax Council met on Friday, voting to oppose a bill that would create increased tax liability for nonresidential property owners and […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: After surprise purchase, Colorado’s RE/MAX brand and HQ may move to Florida Then last month, the Colorado Chamber Foundation issued a report showing the state suffered a net loss of 34 public company headquarters since 2022. The figure weighed a total loss of 70 headquarters against a gain of 36. Read More… Washington […]
Register Now: 2026 Candidate Interviews
Primary Election Legislative Candidate Interviews May 26th & 27th General Election Legislative Candidate Interviews July 8th, 9th, & 14th The Colorado Chamber’s candidate interview and endorsement process brings together a powerful network of Colorado’s politically active companies, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce to support candidates who are pro-business. View the schedule of primary […]
We’re Hiring: Senior Vice President of Business Partnerships
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is launching a nationwide search for a Senior Vice President of Business Partnerships following the planned transition of longtime leader Dave Tabor later this year. This role will help lead membership growth and strengthen relationships with business leaders across Colorado. If you, or someone in your network, are passionate about […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1308
One approach legislators are taking to address Colorado’s housing shortage this session is looking at how existing land can be used more efficiently. House Bill 1308, which will be heard in the Senate Local Government & Housing Committee on April 30, focuses on making it easier for property owners to increase housing options. HB 1308 would require […]
Governmental Affairs Council Evaluates Key Bills Moving Through the Legislature
This Tuesday, the Colorado Chamber Governmental Affairs Council convened to review legislative updates and discuss recent amendments to introduced bills. The meeting began with a discussion on two bills that passed in the Senate Appropriations Committee the morning of the council meeting. Chamber staff then updated the council on key developments happening with labor, housing […]
Leadership Colorado Tunes into the Colorado Symphony
This month, Leadership Colorado visited the world-class Colorado Symphony Association. While the CSA’s mission is to inspire and connect people through music, there’s a whole other side to what they do. Participants drew parallels between a conductor leading an orchestra and a business executive leading their team, learning that leadership is less about “playing the […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
KOAA: A four-bill tax package is going through the Colorado legislature, here’s how it would impact local businesses Here’s how Rhonda Sparlin, Colorado Chamber of Commerce Board and Chamber Tax Council member, summarized each bill. Read More… Fort Morgan Times: Northeast Colorado students participate in National Civics Bee The U S Chamber of Commerce Foundation National […]
Colorado Chamber Policy Councils and Alliances Convene as the Legislature Enters Final Month of Session
The Labor and Employment Council met on Wednesday to vote on a bill affecting residential contractors that is likely to create consumer confusion. The group then discussed updates on legislation moving through the process, specifically on bills with a fiscal impact. Members of the Legal Reform Alliance met on Thursday morning to hear updates on […]
