Every year, hundreds of policy changes are proposed that will impact the health of Arvada businesses. Through the Advocacy KAPS Council and consistent outreach to elected officials at all levels of government, the Arvada Chamber strives to stay informed on the latest developments while advocating for a strong local economy.
Over twenty business leaders sit on the Chamber’s Advocacy KAPS Council, which boasts four sub-committees in 2021 to address major issues in the community: Business Regulation, COVID-19, Education and Workforce, and Healthcare. The 2021 Advocacy Scorecard documents the Chamber’s position on dozens of bills at the 2021 session and each legislative outcome.
Arvada Chamber 2021 Advocacy Scorecard
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| Bill Number | Title | Chamber Committee Assignment | Recommended Position | Overall Outcome | Aligned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB21-260 | Sustainability of the Transportation System | ALL | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1093 | Remedies In Class Actions Consumer Protection Act | Business Regulation | Oppose | POSTPONED INDEFINITELY | PI |
| SB21-070 | County Authority To Register Businesses | Business Regulation | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| SB21-091 | Credit Transaction Charge Limitations | Business Regulation | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-233 | Colorado Department Of Labor And Employment Unemployment Insurance Division Enterprise | Business Regulation | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| HB21-1286 | Energy Performance For Buildings | Business Regulation | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| HB21-1311 | Income Tax (Review Fiscal Note) https://statebillinfo.com/bills/fiscal/21/2021a_hb1311_00.pdf | Business Regulation | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| HB21-1312 | Insurance Premium Property Sales Severence https://statebillinfo.com/bills/fiscal/21/2021a_hb1312_00.pdf | Business Regulation | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-262 | Special District Transparancy | Business Regulation | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1074 | Immunity For Entities During COVID-19 | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | INDEFINITELY | PI |
| SB21-080 | Protections For Entities During COVID-19 | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | POSTPONED INDEFINITELY | PI |
| HB21-1191 | Prohibit Discrimination COVID-19 Vaccine Status | COVID-19 & Recovery | Oppose | POSTPONED INDEFINITELYINDEFINITELY | PI |
| SB21-241 | Small Business Accelerated Growth Program | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1263 | Meeting and Events Incentive Program | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1265 | Qualified Retailer Retain Sales Tax for Assistance | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-232 | Displaced Workers Grant | COVID-19 & Recovery | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-085 | Actuarial Review Health Insurance Mandate Legislation | Healthcare | Support | POSTPONED INDEFINITELY | PI |
| SB21-123 | Expand Canadian Rx Import Program | Healthcare | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1012 | Expand Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Healthcare | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| SB21-077 | Remove Lawful Presence Verification Credentialing- | Workforce and Education | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-202 | BEST | Workforce and Education | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1264HB21-1264 | Funds Workforce Development Increase Worker Skills | Workforce and Education | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| HB21-1007 | State Apprenticeship Agency | Workforce and Education | Oppose | PASSED | NO |
| SB21-106 | Concerning Successful High School Transitions | Workforce and Education | Support | PASSED | Yes |
| SB21-119 | Increasing Access To High-Quality Credentials | Workforce and Education | Support | PASSED | Yes |
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