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Women Leaders Back Prop.1

California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera underscored support for Proposition 1 during an event assembled by women business, health care, and...

CalChamber Promotes Three to Senior Policy Advocates

The California Chamber of Commerce promoted Ashley Hoffman, Robert Moutrie and Preston R. Young to senior policy advocates on January 1, 2024 in recognition...

Labor Commissioner FAQ Ties Paid Sick Time Off to Work Day Length

I understand that the state is now requiring employers to provide more time off for paid sick leave than it did in previous years....

Unemployment Insurance Tax Rates Up in 2024

For California’s employers, the new year brings new unemployment insurance (UI) tax increases. Governor Gavin Newsom’s annual budget proposal, released January 10, foresees belt tightening...

NextEra Energy Resources: Pioneering the Future of Energy Nationwide

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...

Business Legislative Wins and What Employers Can Expect in 2024

In Episode 189 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman and Chris...

What Employers Should Know About Latest Paid Sick Leave Expansion

In Episode 190 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage discuss what employers need...

$ Billions in Tariff Savings Possible If Congress Renews Trade Program

The California Chamber of Commerce continues to push for congressional reauthorization of a U.S. trade program that has saved companies billions of dollars in...

CalChamber Briefs Local Chambers, Business Allies on Prop. 1 Benefits

The resources that Proposition 1 will unlock to tackle the homelessness issue, as well as the measure’s accountability and local control provisions, were highlighted...

California Finance Director Projects Slow Economic Growth; No New General Tax Increases Planned to Cover Budget Shortfall

California is expected to see slow but steady revenue growth in the 2024–2025 fiscal year, requiring state leaders to cover a $37.8 billion budget...