BUSINESS ADVOCACY

At WHCC, we champion the interests of our business community, engaging actively in government and political action to ensure a thriving local economy.


Our Governmental Affairs Committee (GAC) plays a pivotal role in this mission. Comprised of dedicated Chamber Members, the GAC meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. This proactive committee addresses governmental and legislative issues pertinent to the business community, informing our members about impactful laws and taking decisive stands on issues that influence business health.


Additionally, the GAC supports Chamber Members by addressing specific business development challenges and issues. Our robust relationship with the City is built on mutual respect, with a steadfast commitment to advocate for the business community’s needs.

For detailed GAC Support Request Guidelines, please click here.

Your Chamber is constantly working “behind the scenes” for your benefit, keeping an eye on “job killer” legislation, requesting modifications or completely opposing those that we think will make doing business harder for you. We also look for legislation that will help your business grow and support those bills. By sending letters, making phone calls, educating the public and our members on the effects of these bills and donating money to “pro-business” candidates, we impact your ability to do business here. 

Additionally, the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce CEO serves on the board of the Westside Council of Chambers (WC3), comprised of 13 Chambers from Hollywood to Malibu to LAX Coastal.  These Chambers collectively take positions on legislation which affects business and industries on the Westside of Los Angeles and which is appropriate to the adopted Policy Pillars.  She also serves as a board member for BizFed, an alliance of business networks, and is the co-chair of the Advocacy Committee.

To learn how you can have a more active role in affecting legislation or to join GAC, email admin@wehochamber.com.

2025 Legislative Scorecard

Updated OCTOBER 2025

BILL NUMBER TOPIC AUTHOR POSITION STATUS
AB 564 Cannabis Excise Tax Haney SUPPORT Passed the Assembly 74 to 0. Passed the Senate Revenue & Taxation Committee 5 to 0. Passed the Senate Appropriations Committee 7 to O. Passed the Senate. Signed by the Governor.
AB 609 CEQA Reform Wicks SUPPORT Passed the Assembly 67 to 0. Stalled in the Sente Rules Committee.
AB 671 Restaurant Approvals Wicks SUPPORT Passed the Assembly 72 to 0. Passed the Senate 40 to O. Sent to the Governor.
AB 1138 Film Tax Credits Zbur SUPPORT Passed the Legislature. Signed by the Governor.
SB 346 Short-Term Rental/TOT Durazo SUPPORT Passed the Senate 38 to 0. Passed the Assembly Local Government Committee 9 to 0. Passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee 11 to 0. Passed the Assembly 64 to 0. Sent to the Governor.
SB 630 Film Tax Credits Allen SUPPORT Passed the Senate. Sent to the Assembly. Amended to deal with State Parks as AB 1138 moved forward and became law.
SB 677 Streamlined Housing Development Approvals Wiener OPPOSE Stalled in the Senate Local Government Committee. Reconsideration Granted.
SB 789 Reporting of Commercial Vacancies Menjivar OPPOSE Held in the Senate Appropriations Committee Suspense File