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HRCalifornia Now Includes Quick Link to Legislative Action Center
Letting legislators know what you think about proposals being considered is easier than ever using the “Take Legislative Action” link under the “Cases &...
Recap at Summer Break Shows Mixed Results
A review of action on major legislation for business before the Legislature began its summer recess last week shows both good and disappointing outcomes...
CalChamber Seeking Cleanup Suggestions on Newly Adopted Privacy Bill
The California Chamber of Commerce is seeking comments from members on the practical implications of the newly signed privacy legislation, enacted to avert a...
CalChamber Status Update Report on Major Legislation for Business
The following list summarizes top priority bills for the California Chamber of Commerce and their status as of July 6, when the Legislature began...
Smelly Smoker Can Be Cause for Discipline, But Remember Other Rights
Our employee is a smoker and comes in from breaks reeking of cigarette smoke. What can I do? Also, can I ask applicants if...
CalChamber Outlines Positions to Date on November Ballot Propositions
So far, the California Chamber of Commerce has taken positions on six of the 12 propositions that will appear on the November ballot.
Below is...
$5.6 Billion in California Exports Target of Trade Retaliation for U.S. Import Tariffs
California exports of more than $5.6 billion are the targets of retaliatory tariffs from major trading partners in response to new U.S. tariffs on...
Congress Quietly Renews Key Tool to Speed Approval of Trade Deals
Trade promotion authority (TPA) was renewed for another three years by Congress on July 1, continuing until 2021 the important process to speed negotiation...
CalChamber-Backed Bills Part of Budget Package
Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. this week signed his final budget, a package that includes three California Chamber of Commerce-supported budget trailer bills which...
