Some of the new laws, such as the minimum wage increase, make significant changes to California's legal landscape. Other new laws make small changes to different parts of existing law or may affect only employers in specific industries. 

CalChamber's free "An Overview of New 2017 Laws Affecting California Employers" white paper identifies noteworthy new laws, including legislation relating to:

• Wage and hour, including minimum wage and overtime
• Expanded discrimination and retaliation protections, including significant amendments to the Fair Pay Act
• Leaves of absence, including new hire notification requirements
• Background checks, workers' compensation and other key employment areas

CalChamber is the largest, broad-based business advocate, working at the state and federal levels to influence government actions affecting all California business. As a not-for-profit, we leverage our front-line knowledge of laws and regulations to provide affordable, easy-to-use compliance products and services.