With the 2026 state legislative session officially underway, the Colorado Chamber will begin our weekly “What We’re Watching” updates to highlight bills that are important for the business community to follow. This week, we’re focusing on House Bill 1005, a bill that is almost identical to Senate Bill 5 from the 2025 legislative session, which would […]
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In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: No sale on BLM mineral lease highlights industry complaints of regulatory overload The Colorado Chamber of Commerce flagged regulatory risks. “Our regulatory climate is now one of the greatest risks to Colorado’s business climate and future growth, and we believe it is the primary reason we’ve been losing momentum in economic competitiveness,” the […]
Deadline Approaching for Largest Colorado National Civics Bee Program to Date
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – With two weeks remaining before the essay submission deadline, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation is calling all middle schoolers to participate in the fourth annual 2026 National Civics Bee. This year’s program has expanded to include ten regional partners across Colorado, marking the highest level of […]
Colorado Chamber Health Care Council Holds First Meeting to Review Introduced Legislation
The Colorado Chamber Health Care Council convened on the second day of the 2026 legislative session to discuss newly introduced health care bills and hear about what to expect. Council members heard updates from Chamber staff on introduced and draft legislation and provided feedback. Bill topics included an expansion of the Colorado Antitrust Act, artificial […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
DBJ: Legislative preview 2026: These bills could have big repercussions for Colorado’s businesses The Colorado Chamber will also advocate against legislation its leaders feel overreaches and harms their ability to conduct business in the state, said Meghan Dollar, senior vice president of governmental affairs and political operations. Read More… Post Independent: Colorado Democrats revive legislation to change […]
Colorado Chamber Recognizes Legislative Leaders for 2025 Session
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber today announced 15 legislators as its MVPs for the 2025 legislative session. The Chamber also honored Sen. Kyle Mullica with the 2025 Business Warrior award and Sen. Lisa Frizell with the 2025 Business Defender award. These leaders played a crucial role […]
Colorado Chamber Statement on 2026 Labor Peace Act Proposal
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today released the following statement in response to proposed changes to the state’s labor laws announced at a press conference held by Colorado Workers Rights United: “The Colorado Chamber’s priority is to preserve the balance in Colorado labor laws that […]
Commemorating January’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 5 and 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 5 and 10+ years this January. 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 […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver 7: Colorado Chamber outlines 2026 priorities ahead of legislative session The Colorado Chamber of Commerce has released its legislative agenda for the upcoming session, outlining priorities it says are meant to improve the state’s business climate. The agenda focuses on reducing regulatory burdens, understanding costs, protecting the workforce and examining how new laws could impact businesses across Colorado. […]
Leadership Colorado 2026 – Applications Are Open!
The Colorado Chamber is so proud of the 29 participants of the 2025 Leadership Colorado cohort who became better advocates for Colorado business this year. Some quick stats about this years’ program: 18 industries represented among the class participants 14 industries studied 400 miles traveled around Colorado Learned from 15 CEOs and 66 senior leaders […]