Legislative Advocacy

The Santa Fe Springs Chamber of Commerce advocates for policies that encourage job growth, promote a business-friendly environment in California, and improve the quality of life for the Santa Fe Springs Community.

The Santa Fe Springs Chamber is a member of the Gateway Chamber Alliance.

The Gateway Chambers Alliance is a regional legislative coalition representing Chambers of Commerce and other business organizations within the Gateway region of Los Angeles County. Its primary mission is to advocate for policies that promote a sustainable business climate, thereby fostering economic growth and development in the area. ​​

Through its advocacy efforts and collaborative initiatives, the Gateway Chambers Alliance plays a pivotal role in supporting and advancing the interests of businesses throughout the Gateway region.​​​​

 

Gateway Chamber Alliance 2025-2026 Legislative Positions:
 Bill Number  Author  Title  Position  Position Date  Bill Status  Status Date
SB310 Wiener Failure to pay wages: penalties. Oppose 2025 Dead on file pursuant to Joint Rule 56. 02/02/2026
SB907 Archuleta Driving under the influence and other driving offenses: comprehensive reform. Watch   Set for hearing April 7. 03/23/2026
SB1123 Wiener  Administrative Procedure Act: major regulations. Oppose March 2026 Referred to Com. on G.O. 02/26/2026
AB1768   Bryan Transactions and use taxes: County of Los Angeles.  Oppose  March 2026 Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and REV. & TAX. 02/23/2026
AB1576   Ortega Workers’ compensation: Subsequent injuries payments. Watch  February 2026 Referred to Com. on INS. 02/02/2026
AB2253 Boerner Solid waste: products: environmental marketing claims. Oppose March 2026 Referred to Com. on NAT. RES. 03/09/2026
HR1163 Finstad Prove it Act of 2025, Coalition letter from US Chamber Joined Coalition  March 2026 Letter published 04/29/2025
Budget Trailor Bill  California Chamber of Commerce Subsequent Injuries Benefit Trust Fund (SIBTF) Liabilities  Support February 2026    01/16/2026
Californians Against Wasteful Spending Coalition Coalition urging politicians to oppose any new state taxes until they fix California’s massive waste, fraud and out of control spending. Joined Coalition February 2026    
Building an Affordable California Act California Chamber of Commerce Voter initiative to modernize and streamline the review process for building the state’s most essential projects. Joined Coalition February 2026    
Coalition in Support of Comprehensive Permitting Reform US Chamber of Commerce This coalition letter was sent to the Members of the United States Senate in support of permitting reform. Joined Coalition December 2025 Published 02/22/2026
PAGA Rulemaking and Policy Analyst Letter CalChamber Comments and recommendations regarding Labor Code PAGA Act of 2024 Support March 2026 Signed On 03/26/2026

The Gateway Chamber Alliance meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12:00 pm via Zoom.

If you would like to be added to the meeting invite, please email leah@sfschamber.com

Santa Fe Springs Chamber of Commerce

12016 Telegraph Road, Suite 100

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

(562) 944-1616

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