Colorado Chamber Office Hours

Breaking Down the Biggest Business Bills of the 2026 Legislative Session with Meghan Dollar

Now that the 2026 legislative session has officially concluded, Colorado Chamber Office Hours is taking a look back at the biggest bills from the session businesses need to know about. Host Ed Sealover is joined by Meghan Dollar, SVP of governmental affairs and political operations for the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, to break down the policies that will support the state’s economy and the defeated bills that raised concerns for employers. Starting this week, the show will be shifting to a biweekly format in the months outside of the legislative session and future episodes will take a broader look at Colorado’s business community, workforce issues and more. Tune in for a recap of the legislative session, what it means for Colorado’s businesses and what to look out for in the year ahead.

How Should Colorado Fund Road Infrastructure? A Conversation with Rep. Boesenecker and Tony Milo

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours' final in-session episode before the the Colorado legislative session comes to a close, we break down legislation tied to a proposed ballot initiative that would reshape how Colorado funds transportation infrastructure. House Bill 1430 would temporarily reduce fuel taxes, vehicle registration fees and other transportation related charges if voters approve Initiative 175 this fall. The legislation is intended to offset increased transportation funding caused by the ballot measure to limit potential funding reductions to other state programs. Rep. Andy Boesenecker (D-53), a sponsor of the bill, explains why he believes transportation funding increases should be delayed until state revenue grows and other critical programs are funded. Tony Milo, president and CEO of the Colorado Contractors Association, outlines concerns that the legislation could undermine voter efforts to prioritize long-term transportation funding. Tune in for a conversation on state budgeting priorities and how Colorado should fund its roads and infrastructure in the years ahead.

What’s Colorado’s Plan for Regulating Artificial Intelligence?

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we take a closer look at legislation aimed at addressing the use of artificial intelligence and reducing potential adverse outcomes for consumers. The bill would establish disclosure requirements for AI systems that use personal data to make consequential decisions like loan eligibility, insurance pricing or purchasing a home. It would also give consumers the ability to request a human review or reconsideration if an AI decision causes an adverse outcome.  Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, a sponsor of the bill, outlines the background behind the proposal and how stakeholders worked to compromise. Liz Peets, vice president of government and community affairs for Comcast, shares a business perspective on how the legislation could impact Colorado companies. Tune in to hear how Colorado is approaching the regulation of a rapidly evolving technology.

Should Nonlawyers be Allowed to Profit from the Legal Sector? A Conversation with Kyle Bachus

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we sit down with personal injury attorney Kyle Bachus to break down legislation aimed at restricting nonlawyer involvement in the legal industry. Advanced by an unlikely partnership between the Colorado Chamber and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, House Bill 1421 would prohibit nonlawyers from entering into financial arrangements that allow them to profit from legal services, including investments in law firms and certain fee-sharing agreements. Bachus discusses the intent behind the legislation and the potential implications of these changes for law firms and the state's legal landscape. Host Ed Sealover then outlines the broader implications of the legislation for Colorado businesses.  Tune in for a conversation on legal ethics, industry structure and what this proposal could mean for the future of the legal industry in Colorado.

What Role Should the State Play in Solving Colorado’s Housing Shortage?

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, host Ed Sealover explores several bills aimed at increasing the affordability and availability of housing in the state, which currently faces a shortage of over 106,000 homes.  Ted Leighty, CEO of the Colorado Association of Homebuilders, breaks down the reasons behind the state’s housing shortage and outlines how minimum lot sizes can affect a housing market. He then explains how the legislation will affect the market, help increase the density of Colorado’s housing supply and lower costs. Sen. Janice Rich (R-HD 55) offers a different perspective, sharing why she believes the decisions around land use and housing development should be up to local governments.  Tune in for a discussion on the balance between state and local control and what the proposals could mean for Colorado's housing market.