State Legislation
California Lawmakers Urge Studios to Return to the Negotiation Table
With the writer’s strike nearing 100 days and the actor’s strike going on for almost two weeks, California politicians are beginning to get involved.
Read MoreNewsom and Legislators Reach Agreement on the Budget
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Legislative leaders have reached an agreement on the state’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Read MoreCalifornia Legislature Releases Joint Budget
Leaders from both California legislative chambers have introduced a joint budget prior to the July 1st deadline.
Read MoreNew Proposal Would Tax Airbnb’s to Fund Affordable Housing
A proposal in the California State Senate would tax short-term rentals like Airbnb to fund affordable housing projects.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Reveals Spending Plan Amid Budget Deficit
Governor Newsom Reveals Spending Plan Amid Budget Deficit State Legislation As he reveals his spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year, Governor Newsom has revealed the California budget deficit has risen to nearly $32 billion. While his spending plan would balance the budget for 2023-2024, experts worry it could increase the deficit in the following…
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Announces Plans for CEQA Reform
After years of frustration from Californians, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced his long-awaited CEQA reform.
Read MoreCalifornia Reparations Task Force Proposes Payments Up to $1.2 Million for Black Residents
The California Reparations Task Force has made its recommendation that qualifying Black Residents should be paid up to $1.2 million for injustice and discrimination since slavery.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Announces Plan to Cap Oil Refinery Profits
On Monday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced his plan to combat high fuel prices, after months of record-breaking gas costs.
Read MoreA Look at the California State Legislature After the 2022 Election
The California State Assembly and Senate have seen significant changes following the 2022 November Election.
Due to retirements, resigning, and lawmakers running for other offices, both houses had major turnover.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Visits Sacramento
Last week, BOMA/GLA joined other commercial real estate groups to participate in CBPA’s California Commercial Real Estate Summit. It was a chance to speak to lawmakers in Sacramento about bills affecting our industry.
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