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
Arvada Chamber of Commerce to Host 2025 National Civics Bee®
ARVADA -- January 17, 2025 The Arvada Chamber of Commerce announced today that middle school students in grades six through eight can enter the National Civic Bee by submitting a 500-word essay outlining ideas to improve their community through February 4, 2025 at...
Arvada Chamber Advocacy KAPS | 2025 Policy Pillars Overview
Purpose of Pillars The pillars of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce Advocacy KAPS Council are designed to set general tone and clarity for legislative and policy discussions that impact businesses located within the City of Arvada in both Jefferson and Adams counties....
Regional Housing Strategy Unveiled at 2024 State of the Region
Hosted on October 18, 2024, Jefferson County’s Annual State of the Region event brought together a diverse group of local leaders, business representatives, and community stakeholders to discuss the evolving landscape of the county. This year’s gathering was...
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