CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg today issued the following statement following Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement naming Alex Padilla to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris:
“The Governor has made a smart decision in appointing Alex Padilla to the U.S. Senate. Secretary of State Padilla has experience in all levels of government and a good track record of bringing people together to find common sense solutions. We look forward to working with Alex Padilla in his new role as United States Senator to make California’s economy and job creation a priority.”
The California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) is the largest broad-based business advocate to government in California. Membership represents one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California and includes firms of all sizes and companies from every industry within the state. Leveraging our front-line knowledge of laws and regulations, we provide products and services to help businesses comply with both federal and state law. CalChamber, a not-for-profit organization with roots dating to 1890, promotes international trade and investment in order to stimulate California’s economy and create jobs. Please visit our website at www.calchamber.com
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