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Update on California Indoor Heat Regulations

In Episode 195 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss the newest developments in...

CalChamber-Hosted Briefing Emphasizes Carbon Capture/Storage as Urgent, Needed

As California looks ahead to ambitious 2045 carbon neutrality goals, it is no longer realistic to believe that the state can meet them without...

Analysis Shows Delta Conveyance Project Benefits for Water Reliability, Economy Far Outweigh Cost

The state’s cost-benefit analysis of the Delta Conveyance Project (DCP) shows the project is a net benefit for Californians. In a recent report, the California...

CalChamber Seeks Delay, Adjustments to Climate Emissions Reporting

The California Chamber of Commerce and a coalition of organizations are asking for a delay in the rulemaking for the climate emissions reporting mandated...

Tourism Spending in California Reaches Record High

Travel spending in California reached a new record in 2023 as visitors from around the world flocked to the Golden State. According to a new...

Governor Outlines Priorities, Calls for More Housing

California Governor Gavin Newsom outlined some of his priorities in addressing the state’s biggest challenges at the 98th annual Sacramento Host Breakfast on May...

Analysis: May Budget Revision Released

Governor Newsom announced his strategy to address an estimated $27.6 billion deficit for the upcoming budget year, and a $28.4 billion projected deficit for...

New Fit Testing Protocols for Respiratory Protection Equipment

Is Cal/OSHA going to update fit testing procedures for respiratory protection equipment to match federal standards? Yes. On March 21, 2024, the Occupational Safety and...

CalChamber Capitol Summit Highlights Small Business Issues

  CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera opens the Capitol Summit on May 8 by calling attention to the important role of local chambers of...

Speakers Highlight US-Taiwan Ties, US Economy, Federal Trade Initiatives

Nearly 200 attendees gathered last week for the California Chamber of Commerce International Trade Forum, which featured presentations on U.S.-Taiwan ties, the U.S. economy...