Grassroots

California's Bipartisan Business Voice

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.

New District Maps

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 Grassroots Action Center offers:

• Highlighted Bills, Action Items and Position Letters;
• Bio pages for your elected officials;
• California Voter Guide;
• Overview of Congressional District Races;
• Media Guide;
• E-mail notifications with MegaVote to track your representative's votes;
• Updates with RSS Feed or Alert Messages.
• Online Form to Register to Vote!

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.
• 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.

• Senate Daily Journal - Covers proceedings in the state Senate.
• Assembly Daily Journal - The official record of the Assembly.

2012 Award Winners

See what it takes to be an advocate for small business. Read about the 2012 Award Winners and profiles of past recipients of the CalChamber Small Business Advocate of the Year Award.

President's Circle Award

The President's Circle Award recognizes local chambers of commerce for excellence in business advocacy and helping their members comply with California employment laws. The award was first presented in 2009. See the 2012 award recipients.