On February 19, Small Business Majority Colorado Director Hunter Nelson testified in support of House Bill 25-1090, legislation that would provide greater transparency in pricing of goods, services and property for both consumers and small businesses, including common area maintenance (CAM) fees for small businesses.
On February 19, Small Business Majority Colorado Director Hunter Nelson testified in support of House Bill 25-1021, legislation that would extend Colorado’s Employee Ownership Tax Credit to Establish or Expand through income tax year 2037. It would also increase the percentage of conversion or expansion costs that are eligible to be claimed for the credit from 50% to 75% beginning in tax year 2026.
On February 14, Small Business Majority Colorado Director Hunter Nelson submitted written testimony in oppostion to SB25-119, legislation that would repeal the Executive Director of the Department of Early Childhood’s rule-making authority and instead grant it to a school district-controlled board. This change would reduce efficiency, disrupt program stability and limit parent and provider input in the rulemaking process.
On February 11, Small Business Majority Colorado Director Hunter Nelson testified in support of House Bill 25-1088, legislation that would establish reimbursement rates for ambulance services that are out of network.
In January 2024, Colorado launched the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program, offering up to 12 weeks of paid leave for workers dealing with serious health or family-related needs. While many small business owners support paid leave and value taking care of their employees, they’ve faced hurdles navigating FAMLI.
On February 18, Small Business Majority Colorado Director Hunter Nelson testified in support of HB25-1011, legislation that would protect Colorado's entrepreneurs, families and childcare small businesses from the negative impacts of an institutional investment entity acquiring a childcare center.
On January 16, Small Business Majority Director Hunter Nelson sent a comment letter to Colorado Department of Early Childhood Executive Director Dr. Roy in supoort of the proposed Colorado Child Care Assistance Program rule to implement HB24-1223.
Sharon Kalenzi always envisioned herself as an entrepreneur. Growing up, Sharon was inspired by her mother, a small business owner who was very involved in their community. And while she and her husband were already co-owners of Rock Creek Veterinary Hospital in Broomfield, Colo., Sharon always wanted a small business of her own.
On December 18, Small Business Majortiy Colorado Director Hunter Nelson submitted comments to the Colorado Division of Insurance in support DRAFT proposed regulation 4-2-XX: Colorado Option Standardized Health Benefit Plans in the Small Group Market.
On November 25, Small Business Majority Colorado Director submitted comments to the Prescription Drug Affordability Board in support of affordability reviews of prescription drugs in Colorado.
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