Advocacy Alerts
News and analysis on the legislation, court decisions, and regulations affecting California employers, from the California Chamber of Commerce.
News and analysis on the legislation, court decisions, and regulations affecting California employers, from the California Chamber of Commerce.
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What does the new administration mean for the current economic expansion?
U.S. consumers and businesses will bear the costs of the tariffs imposed this month on Canada, Mexico, and China via presidential executive orders, according to a senior trade specialist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
In late 2024, the use of “headless” Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) actions — actions that do not allege an individual PAGA claim — was dealt a significant blow in Leeper v. Shipt, Inc. But now, another California court has taken a different approach and affirmed the denial of a motion to compel arbitration of a headless PAGA action, finding that the case could not be compelled to arbitration because the plaintiff’s complaint did not specifically plead an individual PAGA claim (Rodriguez v. Packers Sanitation Services LTD., LLC. (D083400, February 26, 2025).
I appreciate the California Chamber of Commerce for its invitation to share with you the Mexican perspective on the impact of the new U.S. tariffs on Mexico, on the economy and trade.
Luis A. Quiñonez has been named president of the California Foundation for Commerce and Education (CFCE), a CalChamber-affiliated nonprofit research organization that helps leaders understand the impacts of public policy on business, jobs and investment in the state.
On February 18, the California Chamber of Commerce submitted comments in response to the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (CPPA) request for public input on draft regulations regarding automated decision-making technologies, cybersecurity audits, and privacy risk assessments.
The California Chamber of Commerce proudly honors Teichert, a distinguished leader in the construction and construction materials industries, as its first-ever 100-year member. This milestone highlights Teichert’s unwavering commitment to both its industry and the business community, showcasing the long-term value of CalChamber membership.
The Canada-U.S. trading relationship is at an inflection point, and how we meet this moment will affect North American economic security and competitiveness for decades to come.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the fiscal year 2026 H-1B cap initial registration period will open at noon Eastern on Friday, March 7, 2025, and run until noon Eastern on Monday, March 24, 2025.
Jennifer M. Haley, president and CEO of Kern Energy, has been elected as the 2025 chair of the California Foundation for Commerce and Education (CFCE) Board of Directors.
An employee handbook is more than just a guide for employees — it’s a critical document that communicates key information to employees and sets expectations, helps to mitigate legal risks, and ensures compliance with California’s complex employment laws.
The California Chamber of Commerce and a broad coalition of business groups are urging state leaders to deliver on the commitments made in California’s 2022–2023 Budget to provide $750 million to California’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Fund.