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 […]
Colorado Chamber Tax Council Holds First Meeting of 2025 Session to Take Positions on Legislation
With the start of the 2025 legislative session, the Colorado Chamber’s Tax Council had their first meeting to take positions on several bills. Dylan Peper, legislative liaison for Colorado Counties Inc., joined the group to discuss proposed legislation that would allow counties to seek voter approval for a lodging tax of up to 6%, as […]
What We’re Watching: SB 5
It’s the first week of the 2025 state legislative session and major developments for the business community are already underway. As the Colorado Chamber does every legislative session, we are beginning our weekly “What We’re Watching” updates to highlight bills that are important for the business community to follow. This week, we’re focusing on […]
Colorado Chamber Welcomes New Team Members and Staff Changes
As the Colorado Chamber of Commerce continues to evolve and grow, please join us in welcoming the newest members of our team to kick off 2025! Lo Leeman joined the Colorado Chamber’s membership department last month as the organization’s new director of investor relations. She will be engaging with members in ways to help them value their […]
Commemorating January’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 5 and 10+ Years
The Colorado Chamber would like to take a moment to acknowledge the unwavering support of our long-standing members who have been with us for 5 and 10+ years this January. Their dedication to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in our continued growth and success. We extend our appreciation to the following members […]