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Reflecting on 2025, Preparing for 2026! Happy Holidays!
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Reflecting on 2025, Preparing for 2026! Happy Holidays!

Behind the scenes, we’re busy preparing for the new 2026 employment laws starting on January 1, so HRWatchdog will be taking a break until the…

The Power of Workplace Gratitude
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The Power of Workplace Gratitude

During Thanksgiving week, many workplaces are preparing for a well-deserved pause to reflect, recharge and appreciate the people in their personal lives as well as…

Free 2026 New Employment Laws White Paper
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Free 2026 New Employment Laws White Paper

After another busy year, the California Legislature passed hundreds of bills for Governor Gavin Newsom to either sign into law or veto. Many new labor-…

Register Now for CalChamber’s 2026 Employment Law Updates Virtual Seminars
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Register Now for CalChamber’s 2026 Employment Law Updates Virtual Seminars

Register now for CalChamber’s popular 2026 Employment Law Updates seminars! Every year, these highly anticipated events sell out — so be sure to secure your…

New 2026 Labor and Employment Laws
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New 2026 Labor and Employment Laws

Yesterday, the annual legislative cycle concluded as California Governor Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed the last legislative bills sent to him. The Governor acted on…

Keeping Up with Mid-Year Employment Law Updates
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Keeping Up with Mid-Year Employment Law Updates

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and…

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Free 2025 Midyear Employment Law Update White Paper

In 2025, employment law changes and updates continue to be constant — and we’re only halfway through the year! While most California laws usually take…

Affordability Agenda Cost Drivers
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Current, Pending Legislation Affecting California Employers

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss pending employment-related legislation, including…

Level Up Your HR Skills at HR Boot Camp
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Level Up Your HR Skills at HR Boot Camp

Can you let a new employee start working while their drug test or background check is pending? Do you know when meal break premiums are…

California Leads Nation in Women-Owned Businesses
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California Leads Nation in Women-Owned Businesses

While women-owned businesses are growing, reports show sustained efforts required to keep momentum. A new research brief from the University of Southern California highlights California’s national leadership…