Advocacy
The Arvada Chamber is dedicated to fostering a healthy business environment through the promotion of business-friendly policies. By connecting businesses to regulatory issues, advocating for pro-business legislation, and streamlining processes, the Chamber aims to protect and enhance the interests of local businesses.
Our Advocacy Work
A coordinated regional approacH
- Advocacy KAPS Council
- Jefferson County Business Lobby
- Advocacy Network: Sign up to receive updates!
A local network of business and non-profit leaders who have passion, interest, and perspective on advocacy initiatives. The network receives emailed updates, data, stories of impact and opportunities to provide feedback and attend programs related to this critical area of the Arvada Chamber.
Policy leader engagement with the business community
- Sign Up for Opportunities to Testify and Engage Elected Officials
- Annual Candidate Bootcamp
Local and State Legislation Resources
- 2025 Policy Pillars Overview
- Legislative Bill Tracker
- Capitol Watch and Other Advocacy Updates
- 2024 Colorado Session: 26 Bills Your Business Needs to Know About
- 2025 National Civics Bee
- “New Colorado Laws 101” In these detailed blog posts, learn more about important state laws, including eligibility, key dates, and the requirements for businesses.
The Latest News
Watch the August Community Impact Breakfast: County Election Forum
On Friday, September 21, the Arvada Chamber hosted the County Election Forum to hear from Jefferson County candidates that will be on your ballot this November. The Chamber has hosted candidate forums for nearly 40 years and we appreciate the opportunity to provide a...
Jefferson County Business Lobby | June Legislative Update
After hurriedly adjourning in mid-March as the COVID-19 crisis hit, the Colorado State Legislature reconvened last week for a short session to accomplish “mission critical” bills before they return to socially distancing.
Arvada Chamber Hosts Discussion on the Colorado Public Health Insurance Option
On Friday, February 21, 2020, the Arvada Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Impact Breakfast to discuss the Colorado public healthcare option. Last session, state lawmakers directed agencies to create a public health insurance option available to all Colorado residents. Industry leaders explained at this event how a public option works and implications for businesses, providers and consumers.
B.O.L.D. 2026 Goals
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Grow Your Talent
Grow our talent to meet the needs of employers and job seekers.
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Increase Stock of Workforce Housing
Increase the stock of workforce housing to ensure workers can attain housing within reasonable proximity to their jobs.
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Increase Childcare Capacity
Increase Childcare Capacity to enable caregivers to join / rejoin the workforce and give children the quality early learning experience they need to thrive.
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Strengthen Business Environment: Advocacy
Ensure elected leaders effectively represent business interests in legislative and policy matters at the local, regional, state and national levels.
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Strengthen Business Environment: Entrepreneurship
Increase our ability to provide direct one-on-one support and broader collective resources to all businesses.
B.O.L.D. 2026 Accomplishments to Date