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 […]
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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 […]
Lamar-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]. LAMAR, Colorado – Middle school students from Lamar-area schools competed in the 2026 National Civics Bee® regional competition on March 29. The event was hosted by Lamar Community College in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. […]
Colorado Chamber Alliances Convene to Vote on Legal Reform and Tech Bills
This Thursday, the Colorado Chamber Tech Alliance and Legal Reform Alliance convened to take positions on introduced bills and discuss policy developments. The Legal Reform Alliance voted on a bill proposing sweeping changes to Colorado’s arbitration process and discussed draft legislation that would limit non-legal entities participation in Colorado’s legal system. The Tech Alliance discussed […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1327
Rising costs and workforce challenges continue to be top concerns for Colorado employers, and a new proposal at the Capitol could add significant pressure to both. This week, we’re watching House Bill 1327, which would require large employers to pay a fee for employees that receives benefits under the state medical assistance program. The bill creates […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Politics: From pause to progress — a better path on AI policy Last year, following the Special Legislative Session, we wrote in Colorado Politics that delaying Colorado’s AI Act was not a setback. It was an opportunity. Read More… Alamosa Citizen: Students flex their civics knowledge Sanford seventh-grader Ezekiel Polley won the regional round of the National […]