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Legislation that failed to pass the house in which it was introduced last year had one last chance this month to continue moving.

The California Foundation for Commerce & Education (CFCE) announced last week the creation of the CalCEO Council, a new advisory group comprised of experienced business leaders using data-driven insights and real-world experience to offer achievable public policy proposals that will strengthen the state’s economy.

Reduced water availability ultimately affects jobs, economic activity and food supplies outside the area short of water, according to a study completed last year for the nation’s largest agricultural water district.

Following a meeting this week, representatives for the United States and Mexico reported “substantial progress” in their talks about bilateral trade relations and the upcoming joint review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement (USMCA).

For Immediate Release Contact: John Myers john.myers@calchamber.com | press@calchamber.com

Trump rolls out his ‘Board of Peace’ at the Davos forum Los Angeles Times, January 22, 2026

For Immediate Release Contact: John Myers john.myers@calchamber.com | press@calchamber.com

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting January 19-23, 2026

A California Chamber of Commerce- opposed Cost Driver bill passed the Assembly Health Committee this week despite warnings that it would hinder the affordability of health insurance for everyone.

The California Founation for Commerce & Education (CFCE), in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and the Livermore Lab Foundation (LLF) this week released an educational brief on the relationship between AI and California, designed to provide state lawmakers with science-based context as they consider AI policy decisions.

Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a $348.9 billion state budget for 2026–27, balanced without new taxes.