Colorado’s liquor laws may be changing once again. House Bill 1373 aims to help independent liquor stores, which have struggled since the sale of wine in grocery stores went into effect on March 1, 2023. The state’s liquor laws used to tip the scales in favor of independent liquor stores and craft breweries. Prior to 2016, […]
Ark Valley Voice: Buena Vista Civics Bee Competition Coming Up
The 2024 top 20 local finalists in the Buena Vista (BV) Civics Bee will compete live and in-person at the Buena Vista Heritage Museum from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 14. The event is free and open to the public but space is limited. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. The […]
Financial Regulation News: Colorado Chamber report examines impact of removing noneconomic damage caps
A new report assessing the impact of removing noneconomic damage caps in Colorado was released this week by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA). Noneconomic damage caps are the portion of damages awarded in civil cases that attempt to compensate for an injured person’s emotional distress […]
Insurance Journal: Report: $2.1B Loss if Noneconomic Damage Caps Removed in Colorado
A report from the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and the American Property Casualty Insurance Association estimates a proposal to remove the noneconomic damage caps in Colorado would result in a $2.1 billion annual loss in state GDP and 15,500 jobs. Separate from economic damages, noneconomic damage caps are the portion of damages awarded in civil […]
Colorado Sun: Remove emotional distress cap and expect a $2.1 billion loss, says business group
Colorado caps personal injury jury awards at $729,790 while the medical malpractice cap is $300,000. That resulted in cases like a man who was injured while working on a fracking site in northern Colorado to lose half of the $30 million he won in federal court, according to a CBS report. So, Coloradans for Accountability […]
Craig Press: Moffat County students snag top spots at 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. The event was hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Participants in this year’s competition […]
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. The event was hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Participants in this year’s competition […]
Craig-area Middle School Students Compete in National Civics Bee® Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. CRAIG, Colorado – Middle school students from Craig-area schools competed in the second annual 2024 National Civics Bee® regional competition on April 3. The event was hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce […]
New Report Finds $2.1 Billion Loss if Noneconomic Damage Caps Removed in Colorado
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) today released a report assessing the impact of removing noneconomic damage caps in Colorado. The report estimates that removing such caps would result in a $2.1 billion annual loss […]
Ark Valley Voice: Buena Vista Civics Bee Finalists Named on April 11
The 2024 top 20 finalists in the Buena Vista Civics Bee will compete live and in-person at the Buena Vista Heritage Museum from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 14. The event is free and open to the public but space is limited. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. Co-hosted by the […]