Hundreds of thousands of jobs hang in the balance at the Colorado legislature as a senate committee is set to hold a hearing over a complete ban on oil and gas development. Senate Bill 159 would drive the industry out of Colorado, ceasing all new oil and gas permits after January 1, 2030. The bill […]
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Women’s History Month Feature: Alanna McKiernan
In honor of Women’s History Month and the Chamber’s Women’s Forum, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing women business leaders, executives, and job creators who are core to our local Colorado communities. Each of the women featured in the month of March are panelists for the Colorado Chamber’s Women’s Forum happening on March 21. Today’s feature is […]
Senator Mullica Addresses Chamber Tax Council Meeting
This week the Colorado Chamber Tax Council convened to receive updates on upcoming bills and engaged in discussions with Sen. Kyle Mullica, chair of the Senate Finance Committee. Sen. Mullica, joined the Tax Council on Friday, March 1, to speak about his role as chair and interacting with the business community. The senator and members […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1365
Workforce development is a key focus area of the Colorado Chamber’s 10-year strategic action plan to improve the state’s business climate. As part of that effort, the Chamber has been working closely with its partners in the Education to Employment Alliance to bolster our talent pipeline and elevate Colorado’s workforce. The Education to Employment Alliance […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Politics: A lobbying frenzy builds around air pollution legislation focused on reducing summer smog General business groups like the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, and the Economic Development Council of Colorado have hired lobbyists to oppose the proposed legislation, as did the Colorado Bankers Association. In a statement, the association’s […]
Legislative & Business Policy Primer
The Colorado Chamber is hosting a Legislative & Business Policy Primer for candidates in the 2024 election. This program will include non-partisan education and training on key public policy issues and provide essential knowledge for potential state legislators. The Program will be facilitated by two highly reputable state economists: Henry Sobanet, Former Director, Governor’s Office […]
Save the Dates – Legislative Candidate Interviews
Primary Election Candidate Interviews May 21st & 22nd General Election Candidate Interviews July 9th, 10th,16th & 17th (if needed) The Colorado Chamber’s candidate interview and endorsement process involves a powerful network of Colorado’s politically active companies, trade associations and local chambers of commerce that back candidates who support business. Participation in the candidate interview process […]
Workforce Development Package will Expand Opportunity for Coloradans
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce applauded House Bill 1365, introduced today, which emerged from the work of the Education to Employment Alliance in partnership with the governor’s office. The Chamber and its alliance partners played a lead role in key provisions of the bipartisan […]
Job Killer Alert: Costly Environmental Bill in Committee
Job-killing bills continue to move through the state legislature and the Colorado Chamber of Commerce is working to mobilize opposition to keep Colorado competitive. On Thursday, March 7, HB 1330 will be heard in the House Energy & Environment Committee. This bill would add layers of new complex regulations to obtain environmental and construction permits, […]
Women’s History Month Feature: Susan Adzick
In honor of Women’s History Month and the Chamber’s Women’s Forum, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing women business leaders, executives, and job creators who are core to our local Colorado communities. Each of the women featured in the month of March are panelists for the Colorado Chamber’s Women’s Forum happening on March 14. Today’s feature is […]