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Untangling Confusion, Misconceptions on California’s Pay Scale Disclosure Requirements

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman to discuss the...

In Memoriam: Jeremy Merz, Former CalChamber Policy Advocate

Jeremy Merz, former policy advocate for the California Chamber of Commerce, passed away on January 24 at the age of 42. “Jeremy was a force...

New Filing Urges California Supreme Court to Rein in Lawsuit Abuse vs Employers Under...

As the California Supreme Court prepares to rule on Adolph v. Uber – a case involving claims under the Private Attorneys General Act, a law exclusive...

California’s Wealthiest Residents Could Pay More Taxes Under New Bill

Multimillionaires and billionaires would face new taxes on their wealth under a bill pushed by a group of California Democrats, who argue the state...

California Housing Shortage Triggers Cycle of Despair

Everyone in California knows, or should know, that the state has an immense shortage of housing that persists despite efforts by its politicians to...
Foundations of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Course

CalChamber Launches Foundations of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Course

In today's workplace, the importance of incorporating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) cannot be understated. Specifically, 74 percent of U.S. workers say corporate investment in...

Governor Announces Emergency Tax Relief for Businesses Impacted by Storms

Governor Gavin Newsom yesterday announced that business owners and taxpayers impacted by California’s winter storms are now eligible for emergency tax relief from late...

Sacramento Court Pauses New Fast Food Council Law

The Sacramento Superior Court last week ruled that a new law establishing a fast food sector council can’t be enforced until officials determine whether...
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Compliance During Emergency Conditions

The Workplace Podcast: Compliance During Emergency Conditions In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Labor...

CalChamber to Host MCLE Course on PAGA Landscape

On January 31, 2023, at 10 a.m., a virtual MCLE course hosted by the California Chamber of Commerce, in coordination with the Stop Small Business...

Governor’s Budget Plans for Uncertain Economy

Governor Gavin Newsom presented a balanced budget with no new general tax increases. He identified a $22.5 billion “shortfall” between previously expected revenues and...
CalChamber Advocacy

CalChamber Issues Statement on Governor’s Budget Proposal

California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera today issued the following comments in response to the Governor's budget proposal: "Today, Governor Newsom’s budget...
Flooded Road

California Deluge Forces Mass Evacuations, Boy Swept Away

As another powerful storm walloped California, a 5-year-old boy was swept away by floodwaters Monday on the state’s central coast and an entire seaside...

Kern Energy: A ‘Small but Mighty’ Powerhouse of Innovation

This article is part of a series of profiles of CalChamber member companies that are contributing to the state’s economic strength and ability to...

Storm Batters Northern California – Piers Collapse Amid Widespread Flooding

A “brutal” storm system battered northern California this week, killing at least two people and causing significant flooding and erosion, as a band of...

‘Bomb Cyclone’ Brings Damaging Winds, Rain to California

Damaging winds and heavy rains from a powerful “atmospheric river” pounded California on Thursday, knocking out power to tens of thousands, causing flash flooding,...
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Compliance Tips for 2023

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber’s vice president of employment law, Bianca Saad, discuss the...
Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis

Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis Redesignated as the Governor’s Top Trade Representative

On Friday, December 30, Governor Gavin Newsom redesignated Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis as his top representative to advance California’s economic interests abroad.  Lieutenant Governor...

The Wonderful Company Announces $1 Million+ in Community Grants to Central Valley Nonprofits, Schools

SchoSchooThe Wonderful Company, a member of the California Chamber of Commerce, has announced that 31 nonprofit organizations in California's Central Valley will receive in...
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Succession Planning Helps Businesses Prepare for Long-Term Survival

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts is joined by best-selling author and recruiting expert Rikka Brandon to...