Budget Plan: Fiscal Stability Now, Future Search for New Funds
In his recently released state budget proposal, Governor Gavin Newsom made two important and supportive statements on California’s business and economic climate. First, he reinforced the need for state fiscal stability. While enjoying the
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Governor Newsom’s Appointments Demonstrate Leadership on Environment – Capitol Insider
Governor Newsom has appointed to his executive team a bevy of experts well versed in climate change and environmental policy from an educational, think tank, and government background. Under Article V, Section 6 of
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Governor Unveils Carrot-and-Stick Approach to Boost Housing Production
“The number one driver of cost of living is housing – housing is the issue. Unless we get serious about it, the state will continue to lose its middle class and the dream will
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Finance Director on State Budget: Extraordinary Times Punctuated by Uncertainty
We are in extraordinary times right now, but that is punctuated by a lot of uncertainty, California Finance Director Keely Martin Bosler commented yesterday to a luncheon audience of more than 100 business leaders
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On-Demand Jobs Provide Relief to Government Workers – Capitol Insider
Business Insider reported that federal employees are seeking alternative work opportunities, including driving for Uber because of the federal government shutdown . The partial shutdown is the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, forcing
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Tourism Industry Jobs Form Big Piece of California’s Economic Foundation
Vacations to California’s natural wonders, cultural riches and exciting city attractions fuel stable employment and the world’s fifth largest economy. Regardless of where travelers go and what they do in California, vacations are more
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Newsom Proposes $144 Billion California Budget With Focus On Education, Building Reserves
Newsom on Thursday proposed a $144 billion general fund spending plan in his first budget, a 4 percent increase. Capital Public Radio
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Gavin Newsom Will Release His First California Budget Proposal Thursday. Here’s What We Know.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will propose his first-ever state budget on Thursday, just three days after being sworn in and as the state continues to be awash in black ink. Capital Public Radio
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EEOC Rescinds Financial Incentive Rules for Wellness Programs in 2019
The new year brings a major change that affects employer wellness programs – the EEOC is rescinding regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) relating to
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Voters Say: Solve Housing Crisis or We’ll Leave
California’s housing crisis is the worst threat to our middle class lifestyle since the recession. Our median home listing price is nearly twice the national average, and besides Hawaii is higher than any other state. Voters
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‘America Needs California’: Gavin Newsom Promises ‘Bold’ Approach During Inauguration As Governor
Gavin Newsom is now the 40th governor of California’s nearly 40 million people. The former lieutenant governor and San Francisco mayor took the oath of office Monday underneath a tent at the steps of
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Governor-Elect Gavin Newsom Sworn In Today
Governor-Elect Gavin Newsom (D) will be sworn in today as California’s 40th Governor. Newsom, 51, has been the 49th Lieutenant Governor of California since 2011 and previously served as the 42nd Mayor of San
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Assembly Speaker Announces Leadership and Committee Assignments
Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) recently announced assignments for Assembly leadership positions and the membership of standing committees for the 2019–2020 legislative session. The Assembly will reconvene on Monday, January 7. Assembly Leadership Speaker
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Senate Leader Announces Committee Assignments for the 2019-2020 Legislative Session
California Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego), has announced the Senate’s leadership positions and committee assignments for the 2019-2020 legislative session, which reconvenes on January 7. Designated committee chairs and vice
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“A new year brings a new chance for reform.”
The Institute of Legal Reform captured this practice of looking back at events in the prior year by publishing its 2018 Top Ten Most Ridiculous Lawsuits: . Two out of the top ten most
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New Year, New Labor Laws to Know
As you reflect on your list of New Year’s resolutions, resolve to take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the new employment laws that you’ll need to know in 2019. CalChamber’s employment law
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Tis Better to Give Than to Receive . . . ?
California loves to highlight its strong economy and leadership on environmental issues. But California has a dirty secret: it is also a leader in the export of hazardous waste. I would not expect to
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Seats Filling Fast for 2019 Employment Law Updates in January
This past year, 1,217 bills made it to Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. and 1,016 of them were signed into law. Dozens of new laws will affect employers in 2019, but some won’t have
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Employers: W-2s Due January 31 to IRS
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds employers and other businesses of the January 31 filing deadline that now applies to filing Form W-2 wage statements and independent contractor forms. The Protecting Americans from Tax
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28 CalChamber Member Companies Recognized as Best Places to Work in 2019
Twenty-eight California Chamber of Commerce member companies were chosen in a recent Glassdoor survey as some of the best places to work. The Glassdoor survey breaks down its lists using company size: 50 Best
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