Diverse Team Builds Critical Infrastructure
With a global presence spanning over 75 offices, Burns & McDonnell is a leader in designing and building critical infrastructure.
Sell-Out Crowd Explores Weighty Issues in Fun Venue
A sell-out crowd gathered in Anaheim last week for the 2024 California Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Conference. Subjects covered ranged from the mood of…
Voters Align with CalChamber on Multiple Ballot Measures
The California Chamber of Commerce and California voters agreed in supporting four November ballot measures and opposing three, according to this week’s unofficial vote counts….
Making Sense of Minimum Wage Requirements
With different federal, state, local, and industry-specific minimum wage requirements, how do I know if I am properly paying my California employees? The first step…
The People’s Voice: Annual Poll Outlines Priorities for New Legislature
Some key takeaways from this year’s CalChamber poll, The People’s Voice 2024, include the fact that California voters want more focus on growing jobs in…
Ballot Measures: Voters, CalChamber in Alignment
Based on unofficial returns this week, the California Chamber of Commerce and California voters were in agreement on a number of November ballot measures. •…
Proposed Privacy Regulations Will Hurt Business, Consumers
Businesses, consumers and governments in California will suffer net losses from proposed rules pending before the state privacy agency, according to a report released this…
Lead Exposure Standard: Big Changes Take Effect January 1, 2025
What changes has Cal/OSHA made to its standard for exposure to lead in construction and other industries? The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA)…
International Issues May Advance in Post-Election Congressional Session
Following Election Day, Congress is expected to be in session (118th Congress, 2nd session) through December 19 (except Thanksgiving week) for a “lame duck” session….
California’s Hydrogen Economy: Paving a Path Toward Net-Zero
The demand for a hydrogen economy is here, promising to generate substantial economic impacts by creating jobs, driving innovation, and further positioning the Golden State as a global leader in net-zero technology. Leading this charge is the Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES), the nation’s first hydrogen hub.
