Legislation
Voters Choose New Approach to Public SafetyÂ
In a decisive victory, former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman unseated incumbent George Gascón as Los Angeles County District Attorney.
Read MoreNavigating the 2024 Election’s Impact on Commercial Real EstateÂ
This 2024 election will determine the next President and the control of Congress, both of which could shape policies that significantly impact the industry.
Read MoreLithium-Ion Battery Legislation Advances in CongressÂ
Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act (S.1008 and H.R.1797) would set new safety standards to reduce fire risks from lithium-ion batteries.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Impact of the Proposed Tourism Worker Wage IncreaseÂ
A proposed minimum wage increase for tourism workers in the City of Los Angeles could have wide-reaching effects. Â
Read MoreBOMA Cal Releases 2024 Voting Scorecard on the Key Issues We Faced this YearÂ
BOMA Cal released a 2024 voting record of California senators and assemblymembers on the top three bills impacting the commercial real estate industry.
Read MoreSB 1103 Signed into Law: How Your Advocacy Helped Minimize Its Impact
Senate Bill 1103 is a new law proposal that would change how commercial leases work in California. It aims to protect small business tenants but creates new problems for property owners that may negatively impact small business tenants.
Read MoreVictory for Commercial Real Estate: Key Elements of Janitorial Bills Defeated
Our coalition secured a significant victory against two costly janitorial bills, AB 2364 and AB 2374, that would have raised operational expenses and hurt commercial real estate recovery.
From the start, BOMA/GLA and our partners stood firm against these bills, which imposed heavy regulations and burdened property owners.
While AB 2364 passed in a much-amended form, AB 2374 was stopped in Senate Appropriations, halting its progress.
Here’s how both bills evolved and what it means for our industry.
Governor’s Veto Delays LA’s Progress on Adaptive ReuseÂ
Assembly Bill 2910 was vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom this week.
Read MoreSeptember Marks National Preparedness MonthÂ
September marks National Preparedness Month, and BOMA/GLA is in full swing to help you prepare for your next emergency.Â
Read MoreGrants Pass Ruling Sparks New Homelessness Policies in CaliforniaÂ
Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order for state agencies to urgently address homeless encampments.Â
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