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Colorado debates changes to longstanding labor law

By Centennial State News | Feb 18, 2025

Coloradans have long relied on the Labor Peace Act, a law that has been in place for over 80 years.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Colorado employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By Centennial State News | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, 323 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Information industry located in Colorado, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Economist: Credit card bill opposed by CO bankers ‘should really be called the Credit Card Anti-competition Act’

By Centennial State News | Feb 14, 2025

An economist with the International Center for Law & Economics (ICLE) said that credit card regulations proposed in Congress would reduce competition among credit card issuers.

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Small businesses face rising uncertainty despite optimism

By Centennial State News | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.3 points in January, reaching 102.8.

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NerdWallet Editor: Opponents of credit card regulations opposed by CO bankers say regs could ‘torpedo’ credit card rewards

By Centennial State News | Feb 10, 2025

The managing editor of a financial services website wrote that opponents of credit card regulations proposed in Congress said the regulations could “torpedo” credit card rewards programs.

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Potato and cheese pierogies highlight February's Colorado Proud Recipe

By Centennial State News | Feb 7, 2025

Colorado is celebrating its February Recipe of the Month with a dish that pays homage to the state's Polish heritage: potato and cheese pierogies.

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Analysis: Colorado among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Centennial State News | Feb 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Centennial State News shows that Colorado is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

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Colorado inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By Centennial State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Colorado experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

FOIA Request Sent to Colorado Secretary of State Election Department Regarding Spring Elections Candidates for Office on February 5, 2025

By Centennial State News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Colorado Secretary of State Election Department Regarding Spring Elections Candidates for Office on February 5, 2025.

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NFIB opposes new Colorado bill citing increased burdens for small businesses

By Centennial State News | Jan 31, 2025

Colorado's National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced its opposition to House Bill 1001, which they argue would impose a significant regulatory burden on employers.

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Colorado small businesses oppose changes to Labor Peace Act

By Centennial State News | Jan 28, 2025

Colorado's National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced its opposition to Senate Bill 5, which aims to alter the Labor Peace Act.

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Colorado offers free range riding training amid wolf interactions

By Centennial State News | Jan 27, 2025

Colorado is organizing a free, full-day training session on range riding in Glenwood Springs.

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Colorado signs MOU with UK to boost trade and investment

By Centennial State News | Jan 27, 2025

Colorado and the United Kingdom have formalized a new partnership to enhance trade and investment.

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Colorado opens applications for specialty crop block grants

By Centennial State News | Jan 27, 2025

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) has opened the application period for the 2026 growing season for producers and organizations working with specialty crops.

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Colorado Bankers Association: Federal credit card regs would ‘negatively impact all banks, regardless of size’

By Centennial State News Service | Jan 22, 2025

A spokesperson for the Missouri Bankers Association (MBA) said an analysis released earlier this month shows that proposed federal credit card regulations backed by U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) would be "bad policy" for the state's banks and consumers.

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Colorado Legislature opens new term; citizens urged to engage on key issues

By Centennial State News | Jan 15, 2025

The Colorado Legislature has commenced a new term, welcoming 23 new lawmakers.

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Small business optimism reaches highest level since October 2018

By Centennial State News | Jan 14, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 3.4 points in December, reaching 105.1, the highest level since October 2018.

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Small businesses face hiring challenges despite easing labor costs

By Centennial State News | Jan 10, 2025

The latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates a slight easing in labor costs for small businesses as 35% of owners reported unfilled job openings in December, a minor decrease from November.

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2023: Colorado ranks 28th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $5,630,546

By Centennial State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Colorado received $5,630,546 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 28th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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NFIB urges lawmakers to prioritize economic improvements for Colorado

By Centennial State News | Jan 9, 2025

Ahead of Governor Polis' State of the State address, NFIB State Director Michael Smith has called on lawmakers to focus on improving Colorado's economy.