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CalChamber, Western Growers Assn., and California Restaurant Assn. Issue Statement on Appeals Court Ruling on Senate Bill 399

October 29, 2026

The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court affirmed the lower court ruling blocking enforcement of SB 399 that would limit employer communications with workers on a variety of issues.

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From the Experts: Taking Medical Leave to Care for an Adult Child

AlertOctober 28, 2026

We have an employee who is requesting a leave of absence to care for her adult daughter who has a serious health condition due to her pregnancy.

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CalChamber, Western Growers Assn., and California Restaurant Assn. Issue Statement on Appeals Court Ruling on Senate Bill 399

The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court affirmed the lower court ruling blocking enforcement of SB 399 that would limit employer communications with workers on a variety of issues.

Advocacynews-release

October 29, 2026

From the Experts: Taking Medical Leave to Care for an Adult Child

Alert

We have an employee who is requesting a leave of absence to care for her adult daughter who has a serious health condition due to her pregnancy.

HRCaliforniaAdvocacy

October 28, 2026

Trade Update - October 27, 2026

The Trump Administration saw a new tariff lawsuit filed due to the recent 50% tariffs on Canada, while touting being 'close to a deal’ with the US neighbor.

Advocacytrade-update

October 27, 2026

US Trade Representative Begins Prelude to 2027 Review of US-Mexico-Canada Pact

Alert

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is beginning a public consultation process in advance of the 2027 annual joint review meeting of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Advocacy

October 23, 2026

2026 Annual Meeting

Alert

The annual meeting of the members of the California Chamber of Commerce will be held on Friday, December 4, 2026.

Advocacy

October 23, 2026

Editorial Support for Proposition 45 Continues to Grow Across California

Alert

More than two dozen California newspapers, joined by the Wall Street Journal, are backing Proposition 45 and urging a yes vote on CEQA reform to help lower costs and build essential projects faster.

Advocacy

October 21, 2026

Trade Update - October 20, 2026

This week: An update on U.S.-Mexico tariff talks, California’s Prop. 45 tests if progressives believe in "abundance."

Advocacytrade-update

October 20, 2026

Trade Update - October 13, 2026

EU and China clinch deal over cars after heated trade talks as Brussels pushes to rebalance trade EuroNews, October 9, 2026

Advocacytrade-update

October 13, 2026

CalChamber Final Status Report on Major Legislation for Business

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A recap of the final status of CalChamber priority bills at the end of the 2026 legislative session.

Advocacy

October 9, 2026

CalChamber Hosts Local Chamber Leaders for Inaugural Policy/Workforce Summit

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The inaugural Policy and Workforce Summit brought local chambers together to strengthen public policy advocacy, workforce development, and collaboration across California.

Advocacy

October 8, 2026

Fighting to Lower Costs: Success for CalChamber's Affordability Agenda in 2026

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The 2026 Affordability Agenda delivered strong results for California's business community with almost all legislation tagged as a 'Cost Driver' failing to become law.

Advocacy

October 7, 2026