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CalChamber-Opposed Bills Miss Last Chance to Move

Legislation that failed to pass the house in which it was introduced last year had one last chance this month to continue moving. The following...

New CalCEO Council Focuses on Boosting California’s Economy

The California Foundation for Commerce & Education (CFCE) announced last week the creation of the CalCEO Council, a new advisory group comprised of experienced...

Using REAL ID vs. NonREAL ID for Form I-9 Documentation

A new hire provided their nonREAL ID driver license for their Form I-9 documentation. Can I use this to satisfy the I-9 documentation requirement? Yes....

US, Mexico Report Progress in Discussions Preceding Review of Free Trade Agreement

Following a meeting this week, representatives for the United States and Mexico reported “substantial progress” in their talks about bilateral trade relations and the...

Regional Economic Study on Water Offers Insights for Statewide Impacts

Reduced water availability ultimately affects jobs, economic activity and food supplies outside the area short of water, according to a study completed last year...

Governor Proposes Balanced Budget, No New Taxes

Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a $348.9 billion state budget for 2026–27, balanced without new taxes. The proposal reflects more revenue than was expected when...

CFCE, Lawrence Livermore Partners Release AI Primer for Lawmakers

The California Foundation for Commerce & Education (CFCE), in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and the Livermore Lab Foundation (LLF) this week...

Keeping Harassment Prevention Training Records as Required by Law

In the new year, we will be conducting harassment prevention training for our employees. What kind of training-related documentation and records are we required...

US House Votes to Extend Trade Preference Program for African Nations

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 340-54 on January 12 to extend a trade preference program that has been the model behind U.S.-African trade...

Assembly Committee Passes Cost Driver Health Care Bill

A California Chamber of Commerce- opposed Cost Driver bill passed the Assembly Health Committee this week despite warnings that it would hinder the affordability...