CalChamber Issues Statement on Governor Signing Retail Theft Bills

California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera today issued the following statement following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of a package of bills to improve public safety and address retail theft in the state:

"California business owners and operators, and the customers they serve, greatly appreciate the leadership of Governor Gavin Newsom, Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas and Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire to address retail theft issues in California. The new laws signed by Governor Newsom today provide important tools for law enforcement and prosecutors to crack down on organized crime rings and retail thieves, and also send a strong signal that California is serious about holding criminals accountable. We are grateful that so many groups came together-including business and retail leaders, law enforcement and policy makers-to address the problem with meaningful reforms."

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The California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) is the largest broad-based business advocate to government in California. Membership represents one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California and includes firms of all sizes and companies from every industry within the state. Leveraging our front-line knowledge of laws and regulations, we provide products and services to help businesses comply with both federal and state law. CalChamber, a not-for-profit organization with roots dating to 1890, promotes international trade and investment in order to stimulate California's economy and create jobs. Please visit our website at www.calchamber.com.