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Recent News About California Chamber Of Commerce
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CalChamber questions cost assessment of new privacy regulations
A report by the California Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns about the economic impact of proposed regulations by the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA).
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Business groups respond to Governor Newsom's signing of AB 98
The California Chamber of Commerce, the California Retailers’ Association, the California Restaurant Association, and the California Apartment Association issued a joint statement following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of AB 98.
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CalChamber responds to Governor Newsom's veto of SB 1047
California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera issued a statement today following Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of SB 1047, authored by Senator Scott Wiener from San Francisco.
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CalChamber announces support and opposition to November ballot measures in California
The California Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has announced its positions on several ballot measures for California's upcoming November election.
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CalChamber supports new laws addressing retail theft in California
California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera issued a statement today following Governor Gavin Newsom’s signing of a package of bills aimed at improving public safety and addressing retail theft in the state.
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CalChamber praises Governor Newsom's signing of PAGA reform bills
The California Chamber of Commerce released a statement today following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of two Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) reform measures—AB 2288 (Kalra; D-San Jose) and SB 92 (Umberg; D-Santa Ana).
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CalChamber praises legislative approval of PAGA reforms
The California Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement following the passage of two measures, SB 92 (Umberg; D-Santa Ana) and AB 2288 (Kalra; D-San Jose), aimed at reforming the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
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Headline: California Chamber of Commerce Identifies SB 1327 as 2024 Job Killer
The California Chamber of Commerce has labeled SB 1327 (Glazer; D-Contra Costa) as a Job Killer for 2024. The bill proposes a 7.25% tax on revenue from digital advertising sales, in addition to existing income taxes. CalChamber's Senior Policy Advocate Preston Young stated, "This bill punitively targets only a handful of taxpayers that sell digital advertising, yet will financially cripple many, many small and medium-sized businesses." Businesses and consumers utilizing the digital economy could face increased costs if this tax is enacted, as companies may pass on the expense...
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California Chamber of Commerce Adds 4 More Bills to 2024 Job Killer List
The California Chamber of Commerce has recently announced the addition of four new bills to its 2024 Job Killer List. These bills have raised concerns within the business community for their potential negative impacts on the state's economy.According to Bennett from Ventura, AB 2230 "worsens the housing crisis" by impeding crucial capital inflow necessary for housing production and potentially criminalizing returns on investment. The bill's expansion of the Cartwright Act has been deemed unnecessary and detrimental.Papan from San Mateo expressed reservations about AB...
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CalChamber Releases 2024 Job Killer List
The California Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its 2024 job killer list, highlighting nine bills that could have significant negative impacts on the state's business environment. CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera expressed concerns about the proposed legislation, stating that they would impose additional costs and burdens on small businesses in California.Barrera emphasized the importance of lawmakers carefully considering the implications of these bills on local employers and businesses. She commended Governor and Legislative leadership for ruling out new...
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CalChamber Sponsors Assembly AI Literacy Bill
The California Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring AB 2876 (Berman; D-Palo Alto), a bill aimed at promoting artificial intelligence literacy in California schools. The bill, which will be heard in the Assembly Education Committee, is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to thrive in an AI-driven future.Assemblymember Marc Berman emphasized the importance of AI literacy, stating, “AI has the potential to positively impact the way we live, but only if we know how to use it, and use it responsibly.” Berman highlighted the need for all students to understand...
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CalChamber Board Opposes ACA 1 and Gubernatorial Recall
At their quarterly meeting last week, the California Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted to oppose both ACA 1 and a newly announced effort to recall Governor Gavin Newsom.ACA 1, a measure that would lower the supermajority vote requirement for tax increases, was opposed by the CalChamber Board due to concerns about its impact on property taxes and affordability in California. The board stated, "If passed, it would open the door for property tax increases as well as local government special taxes, making California less affordable for working families and...
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CalChamber Adds UI Proposal SB 1116 to Job Killer List
The California Chamber of Commerce has officially designated SB 1116 as a job killer due to its potential impact on employers and the state's Unemployment Insurance (UI) Fund. The bill, introduced by Senator Portantino, has raised concerns regarding the financial burden it may impose on businesses across California.According to the California Chamber of Commerce, SB 1116 proposes a requirement for employers to subsidize striking workers through additional taxes paid to the UI Fund. This measure, if implemented, would not only increase taxes on employers but also...
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CalChamber responds to signing of climate policy bills
California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera issued a statement following the Governor’s signature on SB 253 (Wiener, D-San Francisco) and SB 261 (Stern, D-Canoga Park).