California Plans to Ban Plants and Bushes within 5 Feet of Homes at Risk for Wildfires

Regulation Updates, State of CA

Information provided by Cal Chamber. California fire officials are writing new rules that could bar most plants, mulch and other combustible materials within 5 feet of homes in fire-prone areas of California. The far-reaching initiative, mandated by the state...

CDFA | Pest Rating Proposal

Regulation Updates, State of CA

The following pest rating proposal is available for comment. Blueberry shock virus Proposed Pest Rating: B Comment Period: 07/12/2024 through 08/26/2024 Author: Heather Martin Kingdom: Viruses and viroids, Category: Riboviria,Category: Orthornavirae, Phylum:...

Cal Chamber | California Health Care Worker Minimum Wage Delayed Again

Regulation Updates, State of CA

California’s health care worker minimum wage gets delayed again — with a few possible start dates depending on certain circumstances. HRWatchdog (No subscription required) Read more! Information provided by Cal Chamber.

CDFA | Pest Rating Proposal

Regulation Updates, State of CA

The following pest rating proposal is available for comment. Ascochyta rabiei (Passerini) Labrousse chickpea blight Proposed Pest Rating: B Comment Period: 06/26/2024 through 08/10/2024 Author: Heather Martin Kingdom: Fungi, Phylum: Ascomycota,Subphylum:...

Cal Chamber | Assistive Animal at Work Still Subject to Minimum Standards

Regulation Updates, State of CA

A question posed to CalChamber that other businesses might find helpful… “One of our employees has asked to bring an emotional support dog to the office. I know about service dogs in the workplace. Do we legally have to allow an employee to bring a support...

Cal Chamber | California’s Long-Delayed Indoor Heat Rule Approved. What It Means for Workers

Regulation Updates, State of CA

After five years, a state occupational health board approves rules to protect workers from extreme heat indoors. They will take effect in August, but state prisons will not be covered. CalMatters (No subscription required) Read more! Information provided by Cal...