COVID-19
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 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 MoreWhat Home Builders Need to Know About Vaccinations and Returning to Work
The entire world is in the middle of one of the largest public health initiatives in the history of humanity: The roll out of COVID-19 vaccinations to nearly 8 billion people. With such a momentous undertaking, there is a lot of uncertainty as new data and guidance becomes available. It is very important to NAHB…
Read MoreState Aligns Mask Rules to CDC; Metro Counties are in Level Clear
Last week, Governor Polis amended the statewide mask order to align with updated CDC guidance. The state’s mask order expires on June 1. The administration said it will be the final statewide mask mandate. According to the CDC, individuals who are fully vaccinated can resume activities similar to before the pandemic. In addition, fully vaccinated…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Meeting and Event Procedures
Click image to download COVID-19 Meeting and Event Procedures The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver is committed to the safety and health of our staff, members and guests. Returning to in-person meetings and events should be done using the COVID-19 guidance provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which is…
Read MoreGovt Affairs Update from CAHB
Gov. Polis launches Dial 2.0; NAHB requests experience on lumber; General Assembly returns next week Last Friday, Governor Polis announced the state’s new COVID-19 Dial 2.0. The Dial 2.0 is an update that changes the incidence metrics for each level, significantly lowering the threshold of cases that must be met in order to restore personal…
Read MoreSBA and Treasury Release Updated PPP Rules
The Small Business Administration and U.S. Treasury Department have released new regulations on the expanded Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) as amended through the $900 billion coronavirus relief package that was enacted into law at the end of December. The coronavirus rescue package provides relief for small businesses from burdensome loan forgiveness requirements; creates a “second…
Read MoreGovernor announces new COVID risk level; 10-plus counties expected to move to Red by week’s end
With COVID-19 incidence rates climbing across Colorado, putting stress on hospitals, public health systems and health care workers, Gov. Polis Wednesday announced a change to the state’s COVID-19 risk dial, changing the Red (Severe Risk) Level and adding a Purple (Extreme Risk) Level. The new dial will go into effect on Friday. However, several counties…
Read MoreDenver restricts gather sizes, strengthens its mask requirements; Don’t forget to vote; Redistricting committees looking for applications
COVID-19 cases are rising across Colorado and in Denver, leading Denver Mayor Michael Hancock last Friday to issue two new public health orders addressing face mask requirements and public and private gathering size limitations. In Denver, face coverings are now required for all indoor and outdoor activities and meetings with limited exceptions like organized athletic…
Read MoreSHELTER AMID COVID | Providing housing, jobs
The past six months have certainly been difficult for our state. Colorado — and our state’s citizens, businesses, schools and nonprofits — have risen to the challenge to contain this pandemic, keep our communities safe and healthy, and maintain our economy. Homebuilders have embraced Colorado’s spirit of collaboration and cooperation to defeat COVID-19 —while keeping…
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