Posts by Advocacy Staff
Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Legislation: Progress Stalls, But Advocacy ContinuesÂ
Despite significant progress, the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act (S.1008 and H.R.1797) ultimately did not pass.
Read MoreHow the CRE Industry Can Support Businesses Displaced by WildfiresÂ
Recent wildfires have impacted many small businesses in Los Angeles County. To help, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) launched the Space Share platform, linking displaced businesses with free temporary workspaces donated by others.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Signs $2.5 Billion Wildfire Recovery Package for Los Angeles CountyÂ
Governor Gavin Newsom has approved a $2.5 billion plan to help Los Angeles County recover from two major wildfires that heavily damaged Altadena and Pacific Palisades.
Read MoreLong Beach State of the City: Progress and Opportunities for CRE ProfessionalsÂ
Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson recently delivered the 2025 State of the City Address, sharing a progress report on key milestones and future initiatives.
Read MoreCalifornia Assembly Takes Swift Action to Aid Los Angeles Wildfire RecoveryÂ
In the wake of devastating wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles County, California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas and Los Angeles Assemblymembers have announced a comprehensive legislative package aimed at fast-tracking recovery efforts and providing crucial support to fire victims.
Read MoreLA County Board of Supervisors Ratifies Emergency Proclamation for Wildfire RecoveryÂ
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has passed a motion to ratify a proclamation of local emergency in response to the devastating windstorms and wildfires that have impacted the region.
Read MoreMayor Bass Releases Executive Order on Wildfire RecoveryÂ
Mayor Karen Bass issued Emergency Executive Order No. 1 to speed up wildfire recovery efforts.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom’s Executive Order Aims to Help Rebuilding Efforts After Wildfires Â
Governor Newsom has signed an Executive Order to expedite recovery efforts in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties following devastating wildfires that have destroyed or damaged over 12,000 structures. Efforts are still underway to get these fires under control.
Read MoreNavigating Wildfire Recovery with the Help of Service Providers
Please access our online Buyer’s Guide for a list of member service providers and their services that could help you navigate wildfire challenges.
Read MoreBest Practices for Managing Indoor Air Quality in Buildings During Wildfires
UL Solutions understands that managing the indoor air quality of buildings during a wildfire smoke event can be challenging. Please take a look at the below quick tips on managing buildings when outside air conditions are impacted by a wildfire.
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