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CALIFORNIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
California Chamber of Commerce - 1215 K Street, Suite 1400 - Sacramento, CA 95814
The California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) is the largest broad-based business advocate to government in California. Membership represents one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California and includes firms of all sizes and companies from every industry within the state. Leveraging our front-line knowledge of laws and regulations, we provide products and services to help businesses comply with both federal and state law. CalChamber, a not-for-profit organization with roots dating to 1890, promotes international trade and investment in order to stimulate California's economy and create jobs. Please visit our website or call (916) 444-6670 2011 BUSINESS ISSUES AND LEGISLATIVE GUIDE
The CalChamber prepares this guide annually to provide comprehensive overviews of our priorities and the data to support our positions. There is an executive summary of priority issues and then in-depth analysis of state and federal issues the CalChamber considers crucial to a strategy for economic recovery. The policies outlined here, based on the program of work approved in December by the CalChamber Board of Directors, can help California begin "Creating Certainty in an Uncertain Economy." We continue to remind lawmakers that recovery of the private-sector economy should be top of mind as they act to resolve the state’s budget woes and enact policies affecting everything from environmental regulations to energy, climate change, meal and rest period requirements, alternative workweeks and international trade, among others. The “ Dear Reader” letter in the Guide touches on other areas of concern
2010 JOB CREATORS
The "job creators" list identifies bills that, if passed, will improve the state’s job climate and stimulate economic recovery. So far for 2009, 14 proposals have been identified as CalChamber “job creators,” although more may be added as bills are amended during the legislative process. In addition, a number of tax credit proposals have been introduced that have yet to be added to the list. Those proposals will be considered for addition to the “job creator” list as more information becomes available. View the 2009 Job Creators Final Status 2011 JOB KILLERS
Each year the California Chamber of Commerce releases a list of "job killer" bills to identify legislation that will decimate economic and job growth in California. The CalChamber will track the bills throughout the rest of the legislative session and work to educate legislators about the serious consequences these bills will have on the state. Among the bills on this year’s list are new health care taxes, rollbacks of workers' compensation reform, limits on affordable housing and development, restrictions on the use of voter-approved transportation funding, and a tax on freight movement ; view the 2010 Job Killer Bills final status 2010 Final Bill Status Report
2010 MAJOR VICTORIES
Fighting for Jobs, Restoring California Economy The California Chamber of Commerce is the voice of California business, expert at speaking for pro-job policies and advising employers on how state laws and regulations will affect the workplace. We track more than 3,000 legislative proposals every year, sounding the alarm when a bill will hurt employers and the economy, and working to win support for legislation that will help the jobs climate. Policymakers listen to CalChamber advocates, knowing that we speak for close to 15,000 member businesses employing a fourth of the state’s private workforce and reflecting the diversity of the California business community. Further emphasizing our message are the thousands of individuals who use our Web-based grassroots center, www.calchambervotes.com, to make their views known to their elected representatives. In 2010, these businesspeople sent nearly 202,000 letters about state and federal issues affecting business operations. This web center gathers in one web location the tools you need to stay informed and get involved. Here you’ll find the latest news, easy-to-edit letters to elected representatives and updates on the status of legislation. HR CALIFORNIA
As your best resource, we make it our responsibility to simplify complicated California laws. We keep you informed and up to date on the latest compliance issues. It's what we do ... from offering human resources products and services to supporting California businesses through legislative advocacy.
ChamberPAC
Formed in 1995, ChamberPAC is a bipartisan political action committee (PAC) that works to protect business-friendly interests by identifying and campaigning for pro-jobs candidates running for local and state legislative seats. In 2005, ChamberPAC expanded its charter to include support for candidates at both the state and local level, ensuring that the pro-jobs voice is heard throughout the state. The Air Resources Board is working on a regulation that could affect more than 1.5 million diesel trucks and buses in California! Join the Driving Toward a Cleaner California Coalition today and find out what you can do to make sure CARB strikes the right balance between protecting our environment and our economy. For more information on what you can do, visit www.drivecleanCA.org
LABOR LAW INFORMATION
Labor Laws change again and again. Keep up with our FREE HRCalifornia Extra eNewsletter. This concise biweekly eNewsletter is filled with reports on the latest labor laws, and how they could affect your company. Plus, if updates or changes happen on important legislation, you'll receive special reports to keep you informed. Online and Preferred members can get answers and guidance on employment law changes at HRCalifornia.com by viewing the full article in News and Events. Not a CalChamber member? Join now and get expert employment law information whenever you need it. Or, test drive HRCalifornia with a 15-day Free Trial. INSIDE THE CAPITOL
Get Involved. Receive our FREE Inside the Capitol eNewsletter featuring hot legislative issues for the week along with CalChamber call to action requests on business legislation. Every Friday during the legislative session (January-August), receive information on California business legislation, including the impact of bills on your business, CalChamber's position, action items and contact names; view the latest version of the California Chamber of Commerce - An Update from the CalChamber Highlighting Business Legislation and Regulations HOT ISSUES FOR THIS WEEK!
ALERT
Legislation can quickly turn into laws. With FREE eAlert you know exactly what is going on. Keep up-to-date on laws being proposed that could have a serious impact on employers and the job climate in California. Plus, you’ll receive special reports on the economy, ballot propositions and more. *Special FREE abridged edition for non-members. CalChamber members receive a full text version; view this week's California Chamber of Commerce ALERT 8/19/11, ALERT 8/26/11, ALERT 9/2/11, ALERT 9/16/11, ALERT 9/30/11
CAL CHAMBER DAILY HEADLINES
Free daily labor law, legislative and economic news in your inbox with CalChamber Daily Headlines. Stay up to date every weekday with selections from major California newspapers on current issues to help you make better strategic business decisions. You'll also have visibility to upcoming anti-business legislation, health care mandates, and economic updates. CAL CHAMBER COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE On October 1, 2007, the California Council for International Trade (CCIT) merged with the California Chamber of Commerce International Trade Committee to create the CalChamber Council for International Trade. The CalChamber Council for International Trade is California's voice on trade. Upon creation of the merged Council, the Council for International Trade Update (CITU) was initiated. Each weekly CITU features international headlines, U.S. trade policy updates, relevant information compiled from a number of sources, CalChamber companies in the news, and a worldwide events calendar. For more information visit The Council for International Trade Update keeps you in touch with the latest international issues. The Council for International Trade Update (CITU), a weekly e-newsletter from the CalChamber Council for International Trade, is an easy-to-scan digest of the latest news and information with international headlines, trade policy, CalChamber member companies in the news, and calendar of international events, view the current issue of CIT Trade Update Newsletter CALIFORNIA FOUNDATION FOR COMMERCE AND EDUCATION
A non-profit, non-partisan think tank affiliated with the California Chamber of Commerce; the foundation is dedicated to preserving and strengthening the California business climate and private enterprise through accurate, impartial research and education on public policy issues of interest to the California business and public policy communities. The California Foundation for Commerce and Education has released its 2011 BUSINESS CLIMATE STUDY, a survey of business executives detailing current attitudes about the state’s economy, business climate, and budget.
CLIMATE CHANGE
Information on climate change policies for members, businesses, policymakers and the public. The CalChamber believes that to be a true leader on this issue, the state needs to share its proven energy efficiency knowledge while harnessing the innovation and creativity of its citizens to pioneer new, low-carbon technologies. In fact, policy approaches that recognize and encourage California’s leadership and innovation in the environmental arena can be more effective than taxes or fees. Successful technologies developed in California and implemented throughout the world could provide a win-win for California businesses both by helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions here and in other nations, and providing jobs in the state.
CAL BIZ CENTRAL Helping California Business Do Business®
A not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the California business community. For over half a century, CalBizCentral has delivered high-quality products that help small and large businesses alike stay in compliance and out of court. CalChamber Store (CalBizCentral) is your one-stop shop for products that answer California and federal labor law and HR questions, alleviate confusion, save you time and money, so you can get back to business. Any products offered through CalBizCentral can be ordered through the Madera Chamber of Commerce because of our membership in the California Chamber of Commerce. To order any products listed, please contact Toni Jordan or call the Chamber office at (559) 673-3563. CLICK HERE for products currently featured by the Madera Chamber of Commerce. For a complete list of products available, visit Cal Chamber Store or call (800) 331-8877. CalBizCentral products are available in English, and many are available in Spanish and bilingual. View the entire catalog of products online
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