With less than a month left in the state legislative session, bills are approaching their final stretch. This week, we’re watching House Bill 1434, an initiative that will help address the housing supply across the state. The measure is sponsored by Rep. Shannon Bird, who was the Chamber’s 2023 Business Warrior. The bill expands an […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Steamboat Pilot: Steamboat students tap into their knowledge, civic drive for regional Civics Bee Nine middle school students from the Yampa Valley showcased their civics knowledge Wednesday during the regional competition for the National Civics Bee. Read More… Colorado Sun: Remove emotional distress cap and expect a $2.1 billion loss, says business group merce and […]
What We’re Watching: HB 1364
The Colorado Chamber has taken a lead role this year in promoting workforce development legislation to improve our talent pipeline across the state. This is a key component to the Colorado Chamber’s Vision 2033 action plan to improve the state’s business climate. While discussions over the state budget are dominating the Capitol this week, the […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: Colorado lawmakers reject bill to ban oil and gas drilling by 2030 A panel of Colorado lawmakers on Thursday night rejected legislation that sought to ban all new oil and gas drilling in Colorado by 2030. Read More… CBS News: Oil and Gas Bill Dies View Video… Denver Gazette: Metro Moves: Colorado business […]
Commemorating April’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 April. 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 […]
Colorado Chamber Council and Alliances Convene to Take Positions on Legislation
This week, the Colorado Chamber Government Affairs Council, Legal Reform Alliance and Technology Alliance gathered to discuss upcoming legislation affecting the business community and received updates on the remainder of the legislation session from key leaders. The Government Affairs Council was joined by Rebecca Kisner, chief of staff for the Colorado House Democrats and Nathan […]
What We’re Watching: SB 181
We’ve crossed the halfway point in the 2024 legislative session and the coming weeks will be critical for bills moving through the process. This week, the Colorado Chamber’s Government Affairs Council took an “opposed” position on SB 181, a late-filed bill that would create a new “fee” on alcohol products. The fees would be imposed […]
Chamber Day at the Capitol 2024
More than 60 representatives of local chambers of commerce from around the state, including chamber executives, staff, business members and volunteers joined the Colorado Chamber for this year’s 2024 Chamber Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, March 26. Participants were welcomed by Colorado Chamber President & CEO, Loren Furman who shared recent research on Colorado’s […]
Leadership Colorado Discovers the Secret Ingredient in Snooze, an A.M. Eatery’s Delicious Food
This week, Leadership Colorado participants met at Snooze, an A.M. Eatery’s Denver headquarters to learn about the restaurant industry, which accounts for 10% of our state’s workforce and adds $426 million in state sales tax to the Colorado economy. With seventy successful restaurants in nine states, the cohort learned about Snooze’s core values from Brianna […]
Chamber Energy & Environment Council Opposes HB 1359
On Wednesday, the Colorado Chamber’s Energy & Environment Policy Council convened and opposed HB 1359, which requires several layers of notifications to the public by oil and gas operators. The bill requires the oil and gas industry to notify the public for incidents involving air emissions or water contamination, public conveyances and that result from […]