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Bills Threaten to Destabilize State’s Water Rights System
Four bills that threaten to destabilize California’s water rights system and revoke rights upon which communities have relied for decades are moving in the...
CalChamber Signs Equal Pay Pledge, Offers White Paper on Equal Pay Laws
The California Chamber of Commerce this week signed California’s Equal Pay Pledge, underscoring its commitment to and endorsement of efforts to close the gender...
Steps to Follow When Providing Lactation Accommodation to Employee
One of my employees is returning from pregnancy leave and is asking for lactation accommodations. What must we do to accommodate this employee?
Both federal...
Ironstone Vineyards Carves Place for State on World Stage with Dedication, Passion
This article is a part of a series of profiles of CalChamber member companies that are contributing to the state’s economic strength and ability...
Engaging in Global Market Key to Keeping US, California Economies Strong, Growing
In a post-pandemic era, the world’s economic outlook is full of mixed messages. The World Trade Organization (WTO), International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank...
Mexico’s Ambassador to US Highlights Importance of Past, Future Partnership
In celebration of the bicentennial anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mexico and the U.S. this year, Mexico’s Ambassador to the U.S. Esteban Moctezuma highlighted...
CalChamber-Backed ‘Right to Cure’ Bill Passes Policy Committee
California Chamber of Commerce-supported legislation providing businesses with time to correct an alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed the Senate...
Senate Democrats Propose Higher Taxes on Businesses
California Senate Democrats this week unveiled a proposal that would increase taxes on California businesses to compensate for budget shortfalls. If passed, certain businesses...
COVID-19 Compliance Tax Credit Moves in Senate
Legislation to reimburse employers for the cost of complying with COVID-19 prevention regulations in 2023 and 2024 passed a Senate policy committee this week.
The...
Pay Data Reporting Depends on Usual Business of Client, Contractor
I own a cabinet making and installation company. Last year, my employees spent several days installing cabinets in the offices of a large tech...
