Gazette: GUEST OPINION: Colorado’s case for continued university research In Colorado, we’re fond of thinking of ourselves as pragmatists. We’re the type of folks that know how to put aside differences in favor of solving problems. We’re the sort who believe strong communities and a healthy economy make a better quality of life for each […]
The Center Square: Colorado unions, business groups react to Gov. Polis’ veto of labor bill
Colorado unions and business groups responded to Gov. Jared Polis’ recent veto of a collective bargaining bill that Democrats passed before the legislative session ended. The Democratic-controlled legislature passed Senate Bill 25-005, titled the “Worker Protection Collective Bargaining” bill, even though Polis, who’s also a Democrat, previously signaled he wouldn’t support it. … “Unfortunately, we were not […]
Colorado Politics: As promised, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoes union bill
The most anticipated veto of this year’s legislative session took place on Friday, when Gov. Jared Polis rejected the proposal to eliminate a key requirement before labor organizations can negotiate imposing union dues on non-union members, arguing it failed to meet important thresholds that would maintain stability. … Loren Furman, president of the Colorado Chamber of […]
Denver Post: Gov. Jared Polis vetoes pro-union bill backed by Democratic lawmakers, repeating his hope for compromise
Gov. Jared Polis made good Friday on his threat to veto a pro-union bill backed by every legislative Democrat and the state’s labor organizations, a move that’s likely to deepen the governor’s rift with key parts of the party’s coalition and set up a 2026 ballot fight. Polis’ office announced his rejection of Senate Bill 5 […]
DBJ: Polis sides with business interests in veto of controversial labor bill
Gov. Jared Polis has vetoed a union-friendly bill that received resounding support from state Democrats and harsh criticism from business interests. The bill, Senate Bill 25-005, was designed to make it easier for unions to gain the right to negotiate for union security — that is, an agreement between a union and an employer under […]
Denver Gazette: As promised, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoes union bill
The most anticipated veto of this year’s legislative session took place on Friday, when Gov. Jared Polis rejected the proposal to eliminate a key requirement before labor organizations can negotiate imposing union dues on non-union members, arguing it failed to meet important thresholds that would maintain stability. … Loren Furman, president of the Colorado Chamber of […]
Colorado Newsline: These bills on labor issues passed the Colorado Legislature in 2025
Colorado’s 2025 legislative session exposed some sharp fault lines within the Democratic Party when it comes to labor issues. Though Democrats hold solid majorities in both the state Senate and the House of Representatives, measures backed by progressive lawmakers to protect workers from extreme heat and to prohibit the useof surveillance-based algorithms to set wages […]
Veto of Senate Bill 5 Protects Worker Choice, Business Climate
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today applauded Gov. Jared Polis for issuing a veto of Senate Bill 5, which would have overhauled Colorado’s longstanding labor laws and made it easier for unions to require mandatory dues deductions on all employee paychecks. Chamber President and […]
South Central Regional Talent Summit Addresses Workforce Challenges in Key Industries
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DURANGO, Colorado – The Attainment Network, La Plata Economic Alliance and Fort Lewis College today hosted the South Central Regional Talent Summit in partnership with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce assisted in the coordination of industry group […]
DBJ: Colorado Chamber Foundation names new executive director
The Colorado Chamber Foundation will soon have a new executive director. The Denver-based nonprofit educational foundation announced Rachel Beck will fill the position effective June 1. Beck has over 20 years of experience in local and state public policy development and campaign management. Read more here.