Advocacy
The Greater 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
- Local Issues Review Team
- Advocacy Network: Sign up to receive updates!
Join 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 Chamber.
Local and State Legislation Resources
The Latest News
5 Takeaways from the 2025 State of Education
The Greater Arvada Chamber's State of Education on August 8, 2025 brought together education leaders from Jeffco Public Schools and Red Rocks Community College to share updates on the state of education in our region. Superintendent Tracy Dorland and President Dr....
The 2025 Legislative Session has Concluded – What Does this Mean for You and Your Business?
With over 650 bills introduced, and a lot of focus on the state’s budget, the 2025 Colorado legislative session has concluded. The Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce’s Advocacy KAPS took positions on 22 bills that aligned with our 2025 Policy Pillars around business...
Arvada-area Middle School Students Compete in 2025 National Civics Bee
May 15, 2025, ARVADA, Colorado – Middle school students from Arvada-area schools competed in the 2025 National Civics Bee regional competition on May 1 at Revive Church. The event was hosted by the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado...
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.
3
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