Its membership includes large and small firms from every industry, representing one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California.
[citation needed] A non-profit organization, the Chamber helps businesses and human resources professionals comply with employment laws, promotes international trade, and lobbies politicians for pro-business policies and investment.
The origins of CalChamber date back to the California State Board of Trade, which was incorporated on February 20, 1890, following three years of operation as a voluntary entity.
In September 1929, this organization was incorporated as the California State Chamber of Commerce, Agriculture, and Industry.
[2] Among other positions, the Chamber advocates against increases in unemployment insurance costs[3] and taxes.