For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. ARVADA, Colorado – Middle school students from Arvada-area schools competed in the 2026 National Civics Bee® regional competition on April 24. The event was hosted by the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Students competed with their […]
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Wallet Watchdog Update: Problematic Property Tax Proposal Successfully Amended
The Colorado Chamber continues to look out for businesses and consumers’ best interest by ensuring legislation does not further increase the state’s cost of living. Following successful amendments that addressed key member concerns, the Chamber’s Tax Council voted on Friday to change their position on Senate Bill 116 from “oppose” to “monitor.” As introduced, the […]
We’re Hiring: Senior Vice President of Business Partnerships
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is launching a nationwide search for a Senior Vice President of Business Partnerships following the planned transition of longtime leader Dave Tabor later this year. This role will help lead membership growth and strengthen relationships with business leaders across Colorado. If you, or someone in your network, are passionate about […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1308
One approach legislators are taking to address Colorado’s housing shortage this session is looking at how existing land can be used more efficiently. House Bill 1308, which will be heard in the Senate Local Government & Housing Committee on April 30, focuses on making it easier for property owners to increase housing options. HB 1308 would require […]
Governmental Affairs Council Evaluates Key Bills Moving Through the Legislature
This Tuesday, the Colorado Chamber Governmental Affairs Council convened to review legislative updates and discuss recent amendments to introduced bills. The meeting began with a discussion on two bills that passed in the Senate Appropriations Committee the morning of the council meeting. Chamber staff then updated the council on key developments happening with labor, housing […]
Leadership Colorado Tunes into the Colorado Symphony
This month, Leadership Colorado visited the world-class Colorado Symphony Association. While the CSA’s mission is to inspire and connect people through music, there’s a whole other side to what they do. Participants drew parallels between a conductor leading an orchestra and a business executive leading their team, learning that leadership is less about “playing the […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
KOAA: A four-bill tax package is going through the Colorado legislature, here’s how it would impact local businesses Here’s how Rhonda Sparlin, Colorado Chamber of Commerce Board and Chamber Tax Council member, summarized each bill. Read More… Fort Morgan Times: Northeast Colorado students participate in National Civics Bee The U S Chamber of Commerce Foundation National […]
New Legislation Prevents Increased Litigation Costs & Protects the Integrity of Colorado’s Legal System
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber today announced legislation that will protect the integrity of the legal profession by addressing the growing influence of private equity firms in legal services. The Colorado Chamber has been a lead on the legislation in partnership with the Colorado Trial Lawyers […]
Colorado Chamber Applauds Continued Momentum for SB 137 in House Committee
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce applauded the unanimous passage of Senate Bill 137 out of the House Business Affairs & Labor Committee today after its first legislative hearing in the House. The bipartisan bill, which is the Chamber’s priority legislation for 2026, creates more robust standards and […]
ACTION ALERT: Tell the Senate to OPPOSE Broad Consumer Pricing Bill
A bill that would significantly change how Colorado businesses set prices and manage their workforce is headed to the Senate floor. House Bill 1210 targets the use of data and technology in pricing and employment decisions, but its broad language goes far beyond that and could impact to everyday tools businesses rely on, from retail […]