We’ve now entered the final stretch of the 2025 legislative session, with two weeks left and many bills left to pass (or kill). One major priority of the Colorado Chamber’s this session has been implementing regulatory reform to create transparency and address some of the major pressure points facing the business community. A key component […]
Colorado Chamber Policy Councils Discuss Environmental Legislation
The Colorado Chamber’s Energy & Environment and Regulatory Affairs Councils held their last meetings of the 2025 legislative session this week to discuss key legislation. The Regulatory Affairs Council received updates on legislation that would reinstate emissions requirements for large buildings and increase the regulatory burden for Colorado building owners. The group also discussed landfill […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Steamboat Pilot: Three Steamboat Springs Middle School students advance to state-level National Civics Bee competition Hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, nine students from Routt and Moffat counties participated in a live quiz […]
Save the Dates: Upcoming Policy Council Meetings
April 25th – Tax Council – Thank you to our sponsor Silverstein & Pomerantz LLP April 29th – Governmental Affairs Council – Thank you to our sponsor Pinnacol Assurance! View a complete list of upcoming events…
Chamber Councils and Alliances Meet on Tech, Legal Reform & Employment Bills
This week, the Colorado Chamber’s Labor & Employment Council, Legal Reform Alliance and Technology Alliance met to take positions on key legislation and receive updates on bills moving through the final weeks of the legislative session. The Technology Alliance was joined by Sen. Robert Rodriguez and Jeff Riester, director of legislative affairs and senior assistant […]
Workforce, Wisdom, and Impact: Pinnacol Assurance and Leadership Colorado Lead the Way
Last week, Leadership Colorado hosted its inaugural program in partnership with Pinnacol Assurance, where participants had the opportunity to gain insight into Colorado’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. With the generous support of Pinnacol’s executive leadership, including CEO John O’Donnell and Vice President of Public Affairs Wes Parham, the program featured a dynamic panel […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1329
Legislation addressing foreign influence in lawsuits, which has been in the works for the last several months, was introduced in the House late last week and is moving quickly through the legislature. House Bill 1329 establishes limitations on third-party litigation funding, addressing growing concerns about the influence of foreign entities on civil litigation. Foreign third-party […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
9 News: Colorado business expert talks selling alcohol in grocery stores, nuclear energy and gas shaming Ed Sealover with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce previews the latest episode of the Business Buzz with Ryan Frazier premiering Monday. View Video… Steamboat Radio: Local Middle School Student Compete in Civics Bee The winner of the local competition of […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 254
It’s budget week at the Capitol, which means all focus at the legislature has been on finalizing the funding of state government for the next fiscal year. Senate Bill 254 is part of the budget package, which transfers $5 million in funding to the Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) within the state’s health and environment […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: Colorado leaders, businesses brace for fallout from Trump tariffs “We’re concerned with any policy that disrupts predictability in the market or increases the cost of doing business — whether that comes from the state or federal government,” said Colorado Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Loren Furman in a news release. “We’ve heard […]