State Begins Year with Good Sierra Snowpack
The first manual snow survey of the year on January 2 showed a a healthy snowpack of 33.5 inches, according to the California Department...
What to Do When Your HR Recommendations Are Ignored, Dismissed
Human resources professionals often have some of the most difficult conversations in the workplace. Whether they need to mediate workplace conflict or craft policies...
Court to Consider Permanent Injunction on Arbitration Law; Prop. 65 Acrylamide Lawsuit Pending
On Friday, U.S. District Judge Kimberly J. Mueller is expected to hear arguments on whether to permanently stop a new California law banning arbitration agreements...
Impact California Helps Users Engage, Stay Informed on Key Legislation Affecting Business
The California Legislature reconvenes today, marking the beginning of what is expected to be another busy year at the Capitol. Ready to help you...
AB 51 Litigation Update: Court Grants CalChamber’s Request for TRO
United States District Judge Kimberly J. Mueller today issued a temporary restraining order enjoining enforcement of AB 51 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego), pending the court’s...
CalChamber Welcomes House of Representatives Vote to Approve USMCA
The California Chamber of Commerce today welcomed news that the United States House of Representatives voted to approve the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
“It’s about time...
U.S., State Economies Show Steady Growth; Political Rhetoric Disconnected from Reality
The Great Un-Recession
When we look back at 2019 there will be plenty of negative memories—from the theatrics that have dominated national politics to the...
How Festive Is Too Festive? Tone from the Top Is Key to Avoiding Trouble
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and many companies are deciding to join in the festivities by hosting a holiday party. Although...
CalChamber Welcomes New Privacy and Technology Advocate to Policy Team
Shoeb Mohammed has joined the California Chamber of Commerce as a policy advocate specializing in privacy and cybersecurity; Fair Political Practices Commission; technology; and...
Exports of California-Made Products Up, Re-Exports Fall by 20%
Exports of goods produced by California manufacturers and farmers increased by 3.6% compared to the same period last year, according to the latest international...
Avoid Secret Santa and Gift Exchange Pitfalls at Work
As the days inch closer to Christmas, some workplaces may be getting ready to launch a Secret Santa gift exchange. But don’t buy your...
CalChamber Supports Newly Reached U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement Deal
The California Chamber of Commerce welcomes the December 10 indication that the Trump administration and the U.S. Congress have reached agreement to move forward on...
CalChamber Welcomes News of Progress on USMCA
The California Chamber of Commerce today welcomed news of Congressional action on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). CalChamber’s support for the USMCA, like its longstanding...
CalChamber Files Legal Challenge to AB 51
A coalition of businesses led by the California Chamber of Commerce has filed a legal challenge seeking to overturn a recently enacted California law...
Longtime Banking Executive/China Hand Describes Challenges of Doing Business in Transitional China
An “on-the-ground” update on doing business in China was presented last Friday at the CalChamber Council for International Trade breakfast by Ken Petrilla, the...
CalChamber Elects 2020 Board Officers
SACRAMENTO, CA —The California Chamber of Commerce today announced the election of its new board officers, including Mark Jansen as 2020 chair of the CalChamber...
New Privacy Initiative Aimed at November Ballot
A new consumer data privacy initiative backed by the proponent of the measure that led to adoption of the state’s broad privacy law will...
Tips to Make Performance Reviews Beneficial to Both Employers and Employees
Annual performance reviews can be helpful for both employers and employees if done right, or can be useless if done poorly. In this episode...
7 CalChamber Member Companies Land on Best Places to Work in Sacramento List
Seven California Chamber of Commerce member companies were recently chosen by the Sacramento Business Journal as some of the best places to work in...
Canceling Shifts on Short Notice May Lead to Reporting Time Pay
How much notice must I give my employees that I’m canceling a shift in order to avoid paying reporting time?
Anytime an employee reports to...