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Affordability Agenda
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CalChamber Announces 2025 Affordability Agenda

For more than two decades, CalChamber has issued the “Job Killer” list, a comprehensive package of legislation that would have historically eliminated jobs or opportunities…

Apply for CalChamber’s Small Business Awards
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Apply for CalChamber’s Small Business Awards

Do you own a small business? Do you know a small business making a difference in their community? CalChamber is thrilled to announce our Small…

New 2025 Employment Laws Reminder!
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New 2025 Employment Laws Reminder!

Happy New Year! 2025 brings numerous employment law updates, so here’s a quick reminder of the new changes that employers should be prepared for, including:…

Happy Holidays and a Joyful New Year!
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Happy Holidays and a Joyful New Year!

We’d like to thank all our subscribers and readers for relying on HRWatchdog for timely HR-related news and resources. We’re busy behind the scenes preparing…

CalChamber’s 2025 Employment Law Updates In-Person, Virtual Seminars
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CalChamber’s 2025 Employment Law Updates In-Person, Virtual Seminars

Register now for CalChamber’s popular 2025 Employment Law Updates seminars! This year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed more than 1,200 bills, including many…

Legislative Session Business
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Legislative Session Wraps: CalChamber and Strategic Partners Secure Big Wins for Business

On September 30, Governor Gavin Newsom concluded review and action on more than 1,200 bills sent to his desk as part of the 2024 regular…

Celebrating Human Resources (HR) Professionals Day!
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Celebrating Human Resources (HR) Professionals Day!

Recruiter, psychologist, peacemaker, event planner, employee development, benefit expert, teacher, detective — these are just SOME of the many roles and responsibilities human resource (HR)…

Public Entities Not Liable for PAGA Penalties
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Public Entities Not Liable for PAGA Penalties

The Private Attorneys’ General Act (PAGA) continued to make news this week as a decision from the California Supreme Court — amongst other holdings —…

Free 2024 Midyear Employment Law Update White Paper
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Free 2024 Midyear Employment Law Update White Paper

Usually, the busiest time of the year revolves around new laws taking effect on January 1. But over the last few years, a trend has…

hiring minors during the summer
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Summer Job for Minors: State, Federal Laws Outline Requirements

My company is thinking about hiring a minor, who is 16 years old, for the summer. The job duties include lifting objects weighing more than…