Tag: Wildfires
Governor Signs Bill Strengthening State Wildfire Fund
California Chamber of Commerce-supported legislation to replenish and fortify California’s Wildfire Fund was signed last week by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Senate Bill 254 (Becker; D-Menlo...
Visit LA: Support Local Businesses and Help Region Recover from Wildfires
California’s tourism board is urging tourists to visit Los Angeles County and help support the region’s local businesses and economy.
Wildfires have affected certain regions...
Governor’s Budget Proposal: $322 Billion with No Deficit
Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom presented a balanced $322.3 billion budget without a deficit.
His fiscal plan provides for $228.9 billion in general fund spending...
CalChamber Members Step Up to Help Los Angeles Wildfire Victims
Not long after the Los Angeles firestorms blew across the county, leaving behind smoking ruins, California Chamber of Commerce member companies were among the...
Wildfires: Key Employer Responsibilities for Worker Health, Pay
In Episode 212 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss the...
The People’s Voice: Drought and Wildfires Dominate Climate Issues
Californians strongly agree about the importance of addressing climate change, but are not convinced that costly, disruptive policies are the right approach. The seventh...
Wildfire Safety Training, Other Topics at Cal/OSHA Training Academy
As an employer located where there is potential for extensive wildland fires, where can I find information about complying with the wildfire smoke safety...
Drought Challenges Increasingly Evident for Both Water Suppliers and Water Users
It’s official. California is in another drought cycle as are most of the western states. A look at the U.S. Drought Monitor shows a...
