Advocacy Alerts

As the Trump administration and 119th Congress continue their work, the California Chamber of Commerce is communicating its international trade priorities and concerns to federal officials.

Former Senate Leader Toni Atkins Explains Approach to Priority Issues, Governor’s Race

Insurance Commissioner Updates CalChamber Board on Office Actions

Risks to Economic Growth Trajectory Include Federal Deficit, Asset ‘Bubble’

What does the new administration mean for the current economic expansion?

Trade Policy Expert Details Economic Impacts of Newly Declared Tariffs

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.

Another Court Addresses Arbitration of ‘Headless’ PAGA Cases

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).

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March 12, 2025

Guest Commentary: Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Mexico

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.

March 4, 2025

CFCE Names New President: Luis Quiñonez to Lead CalChamber-Affiliated Research Group

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.

CalChamber Comments, Raises Concerns, Calls for Extended Compliance Timeline

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.

Chamber Celebrates Teichert as First 100-Year Member

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.

Guest Commentary: The True Cost of U.S. Tariffs on Canada

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.

H-1B Initial Registration Period to Open March 7

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.