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 March. 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 […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Gazette: EDITORIAL: Bills would bust Colorado’s oil & gas industry As detailed by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce’s Sum & Substance news service, the bills broadly purport to reduce emissions from a range of activities — from transportation to warehouses — but their true aim is to lower the boom on oil and gas exploration […]
Colorado Chamber Takes Positions on Environmental, Legal Reform and Technology Legislation
The Colorado Chamber’s policy councils and alliances have been busy this week with new positions on eight bills from the 2024 legislative session. The Energy & Environment Council, Legal Reform Alliance and Technology Alliance discussed major legislation impacting the business community and heard from key leaders on future proposals. Dominque Gomez, Deputy Director of the […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 159
Environmental bills have taken a focus this week as Democrats in the legislature unveiled a series of proposals targeting the business community. While many of these bills would disrupt the energy industry, the Colorado Chamber is raising broader concerns for the statewide economy. One of these bills that the Colorado Chamber is aggressively working […]
Governor Polis Addresses Colorado Chamber Board Meeting
Governor Jared Polis joined the Colorado Chamber Board Meeting this afternoon to speak with the group about his priorities and the 2024 Legislative Session. The governor spoke with the board about his upcoming proposals regarding affordable housing and the rising cost of living. These initiatives plan to increase convenient access to low-cost transit opportunities, […]
Colorado Chamber Labor & Employment Council Opposes Overreaching Legislation
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce held its Labor and Employment Policy Council meeting on Wednesday to discuss upcoming legislation for the 2024 session. The Council also heard from Senator Jessie Danielson, Chair of the Senate Business, Labor, & Technology Committee. Sen. Danielson spoke with the group about her expectations for the 2024 Legislative Session and […]
What We’re Watching: HB 1130 Regarding Biometrics
With the ever-growing role of technology in society, tech has earned an increased focus among state legislators in recent years. This has led to the dedication of a newly-formed Technology Alliance by the Colorado Chamber this session which prioritizes tracking and monitoring bills impacting the tech industry and ensuring this sector can continue to thrive. […]
Leadership Colorado Kickoff at the Capitol!
This week, 31 rising leaders from 25 Colorado companies started their year in Leadership Colorado! Participants learned about the work the Colorado Chamber of Commerce is doing to champion a pro-business Colorado, refreshed their knowledge of state government from a presentation by Joe Rice, Director of State and Local Government Relations at Lockheed Martin Space, […]
Legislative & Business Policy Primer
The Colorado Chamber is hosting a Legislative & Business Policy Primer for candidates in the 2024 election. This program will include non-partisan education and training on key public policy issues and provide essential knowledge for potential state legislators. The Program will be facilitated by two highly reputable state economists: Henry Sobanet, Former Director, Governor’s Office […]
Chamber Tax and Health Care Policy Councils Take Positions on Legislation
The Colorado Chamber Tax and Health Care Councils both recently met to discuss upcoming bills, take positions and receive updates on other legislation. Representative Marc Snyder, Chair of the House Finance Committee, joined the Tax Council last Friday to discuss the tax landscape and his expectations for the session. Rep. Snyder served a 12-year tenure […]