The 2024 legislative session has seen an alarming influx in job-killing proposals and draft legislation that would deliver a significant blow to Colorado’s economy. Specifically, three new environmental bills collectively would threaten hundreds of thousands of jobs across the state. Most of these bills haven’t been formally filed yet, but the Colorado Chamber has seen […]
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BHM Feature: Be A Good Person
In honor of Black History Month, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing Black business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, and job creators who have grown their businesses from the ground up and are core to our local Colorado communities. Today’s feature is Drick Bernstine with Be A Good Person Drick Bernstine, CEO of Be A Good Person (BAGP), […]
Governor Polis Addresses Colorado Chamber Board Meeting
Governor Jared Polis joined the Colorado Chamber Board Meeting this afternoon to speak with the group about his priorities and the 2024 Legislative Session. The governor spoke with the board about his upcoming proposals regarding affordable housing and the rising cost of living. These initiatives plan to increase convenient access to low-cost transit opportunities, […]
Colorado Chamber Labor & Employment Council Opposes Overreaching Legislation
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce held its Labor and Employment Policy Council meeting on Wednesday to discuss upcoming legislation for the 2024 session. The Council also heard from Senator Jessie Danielson, Chair of the Senate Business, Labor, & Technology Committee. Sen. Danielson spoke with the group about her expectations for the 2024 Legislative Session and […]
What We’re Watching: HB 1130 Regarding Biometrics
With the ever-growing role of technology in society, tech has earned an increased focus among state legislators in recent years. This has led to the dedication of a newly-formed Technology Alliance by the Colorado Chamber this session which prioritizes tracking and monitoring bills impacting the tech industry and ensuring this sector can continue to thrive. […]
Leadership Colorado Kickoff at the Capitol!
This week, 31 rising leaders from 25 Colorado companies started their year in Leadership Colorado! Participants learned about the work the Colorado Chamber of Commerce is doing to champion a pro-business Colorado, refreshed their knowledge of state government from a presentation by Joe Rice, Director of State and Local Government Relations at Lockheed Martin Space, […]
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 […]
Black History Month Feature: KT Winery
In honor of Black History Month, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing Black business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, and job creators who have grown their businesses from the ground up and are core to our local Colorado communities. Today’s feature is Kristin Taylor with KT Winery In an industry where less than 1% of U.S. winemakers are […]
Chamber Tax and Health Care Policy Councils Take Positions on Legislation
The Colorado Chamber Tax and Health Care Councils both recently met to discuss upcoming bills, take positions and receive updates on other legislation. Representative Marc Snyder, Chair of the House Finance Committee, joined the Tax Council last Friday to discuss the tax landscape and his expectations for the session. Rep. Snyder served a 12-year tenure […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1075
Committee hearings at the capitol are in full swing for the 2024 session, and the Colorado Chamber’s lobby team has been active in providing testimony on several bills impacting the business community. One bill we’re watching closely this week is HB 1075, which requires the state to consider a statewide universal single-payer health care system […]