With just over a month left in the state legislative session, bills are moving through key committee hearings a s they near the finish line. This week, we’re watching Senate Bill 121, which addresses overtime requirements for agricultural workers. Beginning January 2027, the bill would require agricultural employers to pay overtime to certain employees who work more […]
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In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Business Journal: Colorado loses dozens of firms as regulatory burden mounts, chamber report finds Palantir, one of Denver’s highest-profile corporate residents, made major headlines in January when it moved its headquarters to Miami, but it wasn’t alone — dozens of other companies have been quietly leaving Colorado in recent years. That’s according to a report […]
Ranked Winners for 2026 “Companies that Rock the Rockies” Program Announced
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected] or Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber and the SHRM Colorado State Council today announced the ranked list of winners for the second annual “Companies that Rock the Rockies” program, which recognizes Colorado employers creating the best workplace cultures for their employees. “As the […]
New Report Tracks Colorado Company Relocations, Lost Opportunities to Other States
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected] or Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Foundation today released a new report documenting company relocations out of Colorado to assess the state’s competitiveness. The 2025 Relocations Tracker chronicles corporate decisions to relocate or expand operations out of state, including full headquarters relocations, moving […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1317
Workforce development continues to be a top issue for Colorado employers, and a bill making its way through the legislative process aims to address these challenges by better aligning Colorado’s higher education and workforce development programs. House Bill 1317 would create a transition advisory committee to develop a plan for integrating oversight of postsecondary education and workforce […]
Colorado Chamber Backs Housing and Workforce Bills, Opposes Overreaching Regulations
The Colorado Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Council met this week to take positions on key legislation, discuss strategy on proposals moving through the legislature and receive updates about anticipated energy and health care bills. Governmental Affairs Council Positions: HB 1308: Support This legislation would require municipalities to approve applications to split a property into two new […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: New rules to cut cancer-causing pollution under consideration Industry groups, including oil and gas companies, utilities and the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, argue the rules go too far, cost too much and overlap with existing federal requirements. They want narrower rules, more flexibility on deadlines and fewer new paperwork burdens. Read More… Colorado […]
Commemorating April’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 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 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 who are […]
Business Leaders Rally in Support of Regulatory and Rule Reform as SB 137 Clears First Committee
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected] or Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce applauded the unanimous passage of Senate Bill 137 out of the Senate Finance Committee today after its first legislative hearing. The bipartisan bill, which is the Chamber’s priority legislation for 2026, creates more robust standards […]
Eastern Plains-area Middle School Students Compete in National Civics Bee® Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected] or Teresa Busk at [email protected]. EASTERN PLAINS, Colorado – Middle school students from Eastern Plains-area schools competed in the 2026 National Civics Bee® regional competition on March 28. The event was hosted by the Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber […]