Grassroots

California's Bipartisan Business Voice

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Grassroots action by affected individuals making their views known to members of the Legislature and other policymakers is extremely effective. We encourage letters, e-mails, personal calls and visits to your legislators. Influencing legislation may also require influencing respected associates or other constitutional officers.

Contact from a constituent heightens interest in a bill like no other communication. Your letters do make a difference on proposed laws.

Final Redistricting Maps Adopted

The Citizens Redistricting Commission adopted final political maps for Congressional, state Senate, Assembly and Board of Equalization districts on August 15, 2011. Learn more and see the enhanced maps.

Inside the Capitol

Inside the Capitol lets you know when a timely communication to your legislator or regulators can make a difference in policies adopted.

Grassroots Action Center

The new Grassroots Action Center offers:

Bill Tracking

The CalChamber actively follows federal and state legislation in a number of policy areas. You can find proposals categorized by topic or by CalChamber position.

  • Topic & Position - Bills Tracked by the CalChamber
  • Federal Bills - CalChamber is following for 2011 (112th Congress, First Session).
  • Job Killers - Legislation that will decimate economic and job growth in California.
  • Job Creators - Bills that will improve the state’s job climate and stimulate economic recovery.
  • Search All Bills - Find bills by number or keyword.

Legislative Links

Legislative publications at the website of the state Legislative Counsel help you research in greater detail the activities of your legislators.

Advocates for Small Business

See what it takes to be an advocate for small business. Read about the 2011 Award Winners and profiles of past recipients of the CalChamber Small Business Advocate of the Year Award.

Inside the Capitol
Hot Issues for the Week
Watch for updates during the legislative session on the hottest issues affecting California's jobs climate.
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Featured Video

Learn about CalChamber's Grassroots
        Grassroots Overview - Play Video

(January 30, 2011) Learn about CalChamber's grassroots effort, why it's important for the voice of California businesses to be heard at the State Capitol and how to get involved.


Featured Top Story
Business Advocate of the Year: Hollywood Businessman Passionate About Reform Projects
(February 24, 2012) When Myron “Sam” Smith came to Hollywood in 1980, he began working with small employers in establishing and servicing their employee benefit programs. It was there that he encountered many employer groups and individuals who did not qualify for or could not afford health insurance.

Grassroots Contact

Cathy Mesch
Grassroots Coordinator


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