This week, the Colorado Chamber Energy and Environment Council, Legal Reform Alliance and Technology Alliance gathered to discuss upcoming legislation affecting the business community and heard from key leaders on future proposals. The Energy and Environment Council was joined by speakers from the Colorado Energy Office, including Chris Piper, director of legislative affairs; Adair Andre, […]
Colorado Chamber President & CEO Testifies on Labor Bill
A bill that would overturn major provisions of Colorado’s labor laws and allow a small minority of employees to force mandatory union dues on all workers at a company had its first committee hearing at the State Capitol on Tuesday. Senate Bill 5 would eliminate the second vote dictated by the Labor Peace Act, which […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Sun: Colorado identifies its top five toxic air contaminants. Next comes rules to regulate them. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Oil and Gas Association, the American Petroleum Institute and Weld County commissioners all argued that the process was too stripped of context to make informed decisions. Weld County argued for a more […]
Encourage Future Leaders – Share the 2025 National Civics Bee!
Calling All Colorado Middle Schoolers! Do you know a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader with big ideas and a passion for making a difference? Encourage them to apply for the 2025 National Civics Bee! This exciting competition is their chance to: Showcase their civic knowledge, leadership, and creative solutions. Compete for local prizes of $500 and […]
What We’re Watching:
Senate Bill 6
Housing continues to remain one of the top priorities for the Colorado Chamber as our state’s cost of living and housing affordability ranks among the most expensive in the nation. The Chamber has supported innovative housing solutions in recent legislative sessions and we are expecting even more bills in 2025 from lawmakers to address this issue. This […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 45
It’s been an eventful start to the 2025 legislative session for the Colorado Chamber with early developments of legislation impacting business. This week, we’re watching SB 45, a familiar proposal that seeks to create a study and report on the creation of a universal, single payer health care system in Colorado. A similar proposal was […]
Sen. Daugherty Addresses First Health Care Policy Council of 2025
This week, the Colorado Chamber’s Heath Care Council held its first meeting of the 2025 legislative session to review and take positions on multiple bills. The group was joined by Senator Lindsey Daugherty, a member of the Senate Health & Human Services Committee, who shared her priorities and outlook for the health care landscape this […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Newsline: $4,500 extra cash a year for all? Colorado Republicans propose a plan for that. Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, has signaled a willingness to slash regulations — but not fees, many of which are tied to hallmark legislation he backed as governor like a 2021 transportation bill. During an address to the Legislature last week, […]
Save the Dates: January Policy Council Meetings
January 22nd – Energy & Environment Council: Thank you to our sponsor Climax Molybdenum! January 27th – Regulatory Affairs Council: This council meets at 2:00pm January 28th – Governmental Affairs Council: Thank you to our sponsor Climax Molybdenum! January 29th – Labor & Employment Council: Thank you to our sponsor Climax Molybdenum! Please contact Laura Moss to […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
DBJ: Business policies to watch during the 2025 Colorado legislative session. To combat a regulatory climate it says has grown out of control, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce is pursuing a policy package that seeks to curtail the number of business regulations in the state and ensure that new policies don’t add redundant burdens. Read More… CPR: From cutting […]