Chamber report flags 200K Colorado regulations as “excessive or duplicative”
By Marissa Ventrelli | Colorado Politics
Colorado's regulatory framework took the center stage during this year's legislative session, where lawmakers clashed over proposed measures that — depending on who is asked — either benefit workers or create new burdens on businesses.
Behind these two competing frameworks are the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Fiscal Institute.
On the one hand, the chamber and its allies argue that regulations have increased significantly over the past decade, putting up unnecessary barriers for businesses. On the other hand, the Colorado Fiscal Institute and its supporters maintain that the rules are essential to protect workers and consumers from harmful practices.
One of the most frequently cited statistics during the session...
