DENVER (May 6, 2026) – Ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee’s hearing considering HB 1236, which would undermine Coloradans’ access to justice, NFIB State Director Michael Smith urged lawmakers to oppose the arbitration reform effort.

“Main Street businesses rely on arbitration agreements as an alternative to costly, time-consuming court litigation. HB 1236 is well-intended, but leaves all Coloradans – employers, consumers, and workers alike – with a weakened dispute resolution system and more uncertainty. On behalf of our members, we urge lawmakers to oppose HB 1236.”