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Boosting California’s Economy and State Budget

New analyses of the California Chamber of Commerce ballot measure to streamline and modernize the construction of essential projects find it could result in...

Tariffs Leave CalChamber Members Wary, Bracing for Impact in 2026

California Chamber of Commerce members report new federal tariffs have had a variety of impacts on their companies and believe more challenges are on...

What to Do If Employee Refuses to Sign Handbook Acknowledgment

During a recent audit of our files, we found that one employee has not signed the employee handbook acknowledgment. He keeps making excuses, stating...

Advocacy in Action

CalChamber’s advocacy team brings the voice of its member businesses into the halls of power in Sacramento, ensuring that state leaders fully understand the economic impacts of their decisions.

Governor Names CalChamber VP to California Innovation Council

Ronak Daylami, CalChamber vice president for advocacy, privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, has been named to the newly formed California Innovation Council. Gov. Gavin Newsom...

More Film Projects Coming to State Due to Film Tax Credit Program

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced this week that 28 new film projects are coming to California thanks to awards funded by the film and television...

CalChamber Board Opposes Proposed Ballot Measures

The California Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted formally last week to oppose two proposed ballot measures that would inflict lasting damage on...

CalChamber, Coalition Voice Continuing Support for US-Mexico-Canada Agreement

The California Chamber of Commerce joined more than 500 chambers and associations from all 50 states last week in signing a coalition letter to...

Time Off Request for Religious Reasons: Case-by-Case Decision Is Best

An employee approached me asking for time off due to “religious reasons.” We aren’t sure whether the employee has a religious reason for the...