Advocacy
Supreme Court Blocks OSHA Vaccine Mandate for Large Employers
The U.S. Supreme Court today voted 6-3 to block the Biden administration from enforcing a COVID-19 vaccine or testing mandate for employers with at least 100 workers. In issuing its decision, the Supreme Court stated that “OSHA has never before imposed such a mandate. Nor has Congress. Indeed, although Congress has enacted significant legislation addressing…
Read MoreHBA planning support and industry resources for housing-impacted Boulder County residents
As we begin the New Year, many of us remain in shock over last week’s Marshall Fire and the devastating loses to the residents and small businesses of Boulder County. Seeing that devastation understandably makes us want to help those impacted as quickly as possible. Thankfully, there are many local nonprofits and charities, as well…
Read MoreCapitol Close Up
Metro District Disclosure Law Goes into Effect on January 1 Beginning on January 1, homebuilders selling new homes within a metro district will be required to provide additional disclosure to the buyers. This disclosure is required as part of Senate Bill 21-262, which was supported by the Colorado Association of Home Builders and our real…
Read More2021 HBA Board President Angela Harris’ State of the Industry & HBA Address
Angela Harris, HBA of Metro Denver’s 2021 Board President, shared her thoughts about the State of the Industry and HBA on October 28th, during the Homebuilders Association of Metro Denver’s Annual Meeting. Angela Harris, 2021 HBA Board President For 78 years, we have come together to celebrate our accomplishments, and acknowledge our challenges. It is…
Read More2021 MHC Voters Guide Now Available
Click image to download Voter Guide The Metro Housing Coalition (“MHC”) actively interviews and meets with candidates seeking elected office in local governments across the region. For the upcoming November 2, 2021 Election, the MHC interviewed 60 candidates for mayor and city council seats in 12 municipalities where we have active home builders and members.…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | October 5, 2021
Jobsite Safety Committee Hosts Another Successful Safety Fair! On September 21, the HBA Jobsite Safety Committee hosted its annual Safety Fair in Central Park Denver. While last year’s Safety Fair was canceled due to COVID-19, this year’s event was executed with veteran precision, and a great time was had by all. General Air, Hi-Ball Crane,…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Webinar Sept. 30th 9:00am
FREE VIRTUAL WEBINAR Thursday September 30, 2021 ~ 8:00 – 9:00am The Colorado Home Builders Association, Rocky Mountain MCA, Rocky Mountain NECA, SMACNA Colorado, Associated General Contractors and Colorado Contractors Association are offering a webinar to address the new and continually changing COVID-19 vaccine mandates. The announcement on September 9th by the White House is…
Read MoreCAHB/HBA Immigration Townhall
A Community Discussion About Everything You Need To Know About Immigration. Presentations and discussion will be led by Joy Athanasiou, an immigration attorney and policy expert, Michelle Ferrigno Warren, a national community organizer with expertise in faith & economic based immigration policy and advocacy and will feature the perspective a directly impacted individual in the…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | September 7, 2021
Referred Measure Proposed by Castle Rock Would Impose New Excise Tax on Residential Development On August 15, the Castle Rock Town Council referred four ballot measures to provide additional resources for police, fire, parks and open space. Castle Rock voters will decide each measure this November. Among the ballot questions is a $7 per square…
Read MoreMHC Political Forum September 29th
Request Info on Tickets or Tables The Metro Housing Coalition proudly presents the 2021 Political Forum. HOUSING ATTAINABILITY: THE BUILIDNG BLOCKS FOR TRANFORMATIONAL CHANGE Moderator: Jeff McGovern, President, Colorado Land and Housing Development, Brookfield Development Panelists: Jan Kumann, Mayor, City of Thornton | Peter Benson, Senior Vice President, Koelbel | Peter Lifari, Executive Director, Maiker…
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