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We are the voice of the California restaurant industry by bringing together our community, impacting legislation & providing valuable resources for members.

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What do you do when federal and state regulations don't align?

In the latest Ask CRA, Alden Parker explains CA's plastic bag ban:
• Who's most at risk
• Why hybrid concepts need to pay attention
• Cities with stricter bag rules

Listen now:
YouTube: https://t.co/yitF7TDCFL

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When an employee raises a mental health concern at work, your response matters. In the latest CRA Legal Center Webinar, Liz Nguyen explains how these conversations can trigger the interactive process, and why managers should involve HR early.

Join: https://t.co/ETkgOIgmOt

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SB 1053 is here, but does CA's plastic bag ban apply to restaurants? In the latest Ask CRA episode, Alden Parker of Fisher Phillips explains who’s covered, compliance risks for hybrid concepts, and why local ordinances still matter.

Listen now:
YouTube: https://t.co/xOZF8DvYky

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Before changing anything for SB 1053, make sure the law actually applies to your business. This week’s Ask CRA podcast breaks down ABC license types, gray areas for restaurants in retail/grocery spaces, and local rules that may go beyond state law. Stay tuned for the episode!

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Harassment & discrimination claims are a reality in California. In the latest CRA Legal Center Webinar, Wilson Elser shares tips to reduce risk, handle complaints, and avoid retaliation issues.

Join the CRA today: https://t.co/d7GqjDVyvP

#CalRestaurants #HRCompliance

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Since 1906, the CRA has helped restaurants navigate change, overcome challenges, and grow. Celebrate 120 years of advocacy and support for California’s restaurant community and become a member today: https://t.co/DSrbb35ZvE

#CRA120 #CalRestaurants #RestaurantStrong

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Harassment and discrimination claims are often preventable. On this Ask CRA, Bruno Katz and John Guarino of Wilson Elser discuss documentation, retaliation risks, protected categories, and reducing legal exposure. Listen now: https://t.co/xLmRN3SodQ

#CRAConfidentialBulletin

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🎙️ New episode is live!
Bruno Katz & John Guarino of Wilson Elser join Jackie Gutierrez of the CRA to share practical tips on documentation, complaints, retaliation risks, and reducing workplace claim exposure.
Listen now: https://t.co/HCn9EtxjAm

#CRAConfidentialBulletin

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⚖️ CRA News You Need to Know: The CRA shares an update on its SB 343 lawsuit. The law restricts when businesses can label products “recyclable,” even when they are. Learn why the CRA says it undermines recycling efforts and free speech. https://t.co/G6l0FjEZZ5

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Workplace compliance isn’t just legal; it’s operational.
Join us Weds for a new episode of Ask CRA on the Confidential Bulletin with experts from Wilson Elser breaking down harassment, discrimination, and retaliation risks every restaurant operator should understand. Stay tuned!

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HealthiestYou by Teladoc Health gives restaurant employees convenient access to care, including 24/7 virtual visits, mental health support, and more. Join the CRA for exclusive member benefits and discounts from partners like Teladoc: https://t.co/YcyyJ9JAVP

#MarketplacePartner

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🎉 Celebrating 120 Years of California Restaurants!
For 120 years, the California Restaurant Association has supported and advocated for California’s restaurant industry. Cheers to 120 years, and the next 120 to come! 🥂

Download the #CRA120 toolkit:
https://t.co/3ED1hIyqIP

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⚠️ Could your policies be creating legal risk?
Join the CRA Legal Center & Wilson Elser on June 10 (10–11 AM) for a webinar on harassment, discrimination, and compliance.

Free for CRA members.
Register:https://t.co/Rm9IpLvh9h

#CRALegalCenter #HRCompliance #CaliforniaRestaurants

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🍽️ The countdown to the California Restaurant Show has begun! We'll, will be on the floor connecting with restaurateurs and hospitality leaders from across California.

🎟️ CRA Members get FREE admission.
📅 Aug. 23–25
📍 Anaheim

Learn more and register: https://t.co/1S8Ocbb7fe

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⚠️ The interactive process isn’t optional, or one-sided.

In the latest CRA Legal Center webinar, we cover mental health accommodations and compliance tips to help reduce legal risk. Join now to watch! https://t.co/FsC15BnrcU

#CalRest #HRCompliance #CaliforniaRestaurants

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ICYMI 👀

Burnout, stress, and mental health challenges can impact restaurant teams fast. In this Ask CRA episode, Bruno Katz and John Guarino discuss accommodations, compliance, workplace violence prevention, and manager best practices.

Watch now: https://t.co/BiEU1SSX5S

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For 120 years, the CRA has championed CA restaurants 🍽️ through advocacy, lobbying & grassroots action. Together, restaurants create real impact 📢🏆

✅ California Restaurant Act
✅ Statewide menu labeling
✅ PAGA reform
✅ Streamlined restaurant permitting

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📦 Do you sell bottled sauces, packaged desserts, coffee, grab-and-go meals, or meal kits under your restaurant brand? If so, California SB 54 may apply to your business in ways you might not expect. Explore the resources: https://t.co/ScYstfHev1

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SB 54 deadline is June 1. Could your restaurant be considered a “producer”? Courtney breaks down which restaurants may fall under California’s EPR rules, key compliance factors, and where to find CRA + CalRecycle guidance. Watch now: https://t.co/7RV9CLkhV5

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Burnout and mental health challenges can escalate quickly in restaurant environments. In the latest Ask CRA episode, Wilson Elser attorneys Bruno Katz and John Guarino share guidance on accommodations and reducing workplace risk.

📺 Watch now: https://t.co/ADsM2mX2mX