Advocacy Alerts

On February 15, the Cal/OSHA Standards Board passed a sweeping update to California’s lead regulation despite heavy concerns of feasibility and inaccurate cost estimates from the construction and battery industries.

CalChamber Names Chair of New Small Biz Council

The California Chamber of Commerce is excited to introduce the Small Business Policy Council, a pivotal initiative designed to amplify the voices of small businesses within the State Capitol. Leading this endeavor is CalChamber Board Member Sandra Floyd, president and CEO of OUTSOURCE Consulting Services Inc. (OCSI.co), who will be the Council’s inaugural chair.

CalChamber Seeks Review of Privacy Regulations Litigation in State Supreme Court

The California Chamber of Commerce has petitioned the California Supreme Court for review in California Chamber of Commerce v. California Privacy Protection Agency.

Celebrating 134 Years of Leadership

February 20 marked the 134th anniversary of CalChamber’s work on behalf of the state’s businesses and job creators. We are grateful for the opportunity to advocate on behalf of our 13,000 members—companies that are the backbone of California’s private sector economy.

Crown Princess Opens Full-Time Swedish Consulate Office, Signs Climate Change Cooperation Letter with Governor

Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, accompanied by her husband, His Royal Highness Prince Daniel, opened a full-time consulate office in San Francisco on February 20.

Esther Rushford Greene, Former CalChamber Director of Political Affairs

Esther Rushford Greene, former director of political affairs for the California Chamber of Commerce, passed away on February 19 in her Sacramento home. She was 98 years old.

Report Finds Private Attorneys General Act Too Slow to Resolve Employee Claims

A new report by former heads of California’s labor and occupational safety agencies found that employee labor claims filed under California’s lawsuit-first Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) take twice as long to resolve and provide workers only one-third of the compensation compared to employment claims reviewed by state regulators.

Sacramento’s Fastest Growing Company Puts Experience First

Founded in late 2019, Clutch is a business services consulting firm making a splash for its record-breaking growth and award-winning client service. Inspired by the idea to create a company rooted in culture, co-founders Anne Descalzo and Rachel Zillner set out to build a business committed to high-quality experiences for clients, partners and employees.

Small Businesses Subject to New Federal Disclosure Rule

A new and little-publicized federal rule requires certain small and private companies to file ownership information or face potential penalties.

Women’s History Month Provides Opportunity to Reflect on Contributions of Women in Business

As Women’s History Month begins March 1, the California Chamber of Commerce kicks off a month-long celebration highlighting the role of women in business — those who are making big contributions to their communities and to the state’s economy and jobs climate.

Author Reintroduces Legislation Providing Unemployment Benefits to Striking Workers

A bill that would provide unemployment insurance (UI) benefits for striking workers was introduced in the California Legislature this week by Senator Anthony Portantino.

February 16, 2024

California Trade Down in 2023, But State Still a Top Exporter

Trade statistics released this month by the U.S. Department of Commerce show that California, despite lower annual trade numbers, remained a top exporting state in 2023.