Thanks to all who supported our advocacy efforts; your voices truly made a difference! The halting of SB 310 this year reflects the widespread support for the 2024 PAGA reforms and the power of our collective voice. By working together, we've protected real reform. Once again, thank you for your continued support!
California
Yuba City plays whack-a-mole with street vendors. Will impounding food carts help?
Yuba City Council members directed city staff to move forward with changes to an ordinance intended to add more enforcement options to deter food vendors without licenses or permits from setting up shop in parking lots and sidewalks throughout the city.
After leaving California, one of the country’s largest alcohol distributors is in shambles
One of the largest alcohol distributors in the nation, Republic National Distributing Co., left California, impacting over 2,500 beverage producers and more than 1,700 employees who lost their jobs. This situation highlights deeper issues in the alcohol distribution system.
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National Restaurant Association Restaurant Advocacy Survey
The National Restaurant Association is collecting information that will support the restaurant industry’s advocacy efforts in the year ahead. Please be assured that all information provided is anonymous and strictly confidential. The survey should take less than 15 minutes to complete. Please submit a completed survey by January 31.
PARTNER CONTENT Noncompliance may be fueling your chargebacks fire
Chargebacks are a significant issue for small businesses, with North America experiencing 114.4 million last year. Each chargeback can cost 2 to 4 times the original sale when factoring in various expenses. To mitigate this risk, it's crucial to follow card network and Payment Card Industry (PCI) guidelines, which can help reduce chargebacks and increase your chances of winning disputes.
As California employers enter 2026, compliance is about proving documented, reasonable steps taken to follow the Labor Code. Despite 2024 PAGA reforms, filings increased through 2025. A comprehensive employment law audit is essential to ensure policies, training, and records are up to date, helping defend against PAGA claims and meet compliance standards. Employers should focus on five key areas to identify gaps and strengthen systems.
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