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Commercial Permitting Reform Bill Advances in State Senate
BOMA/GLA Director of Government and Public Affairs Christopher Bowen testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee in support of AB 2418, our co-sponsored legislation to help streamline permitting for commercial tenant improvement projects. The bill once again received unanimous support, marking another major milestone in the legislative process.
Read MoreWhat’s Next for Measure ULA? Voters May Decide in November
The Los Angeles City Council committee reviewing potential Measure ULA reforms recently decided not to recommend changes to the tax for the November ballot. With the City’s review now complete, attention is turning to the November election and the proposed Taxpayer Protection Act. Throughout the process, BOMA/GLA members helped ensure commercial real estate perspectives were heard through surveys, town halls, and meetings with elected officials.
Read MoreMember Voices Help Move Commercial Permitting Reform Forward
We’ve heard stories of tenant improvements waiting months for approvals, building upgrades getting delayed, and projects becoming more expensive because of unpredictable permitting timelines. Those member experiences help shape our advocacy priorities—and this past week, they helped drive an important win. AB 2418, a commercial permitting reform bill authored by Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez, recently passed the California State Assembly with unanimous support and now moves to the State Senate for consideration.
Read MoreSupporting Continued Homelessness Funding Across California
California’s Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program is currently facing uncertainty in the state budget, prompting advocacy organizations across the state to urge lawmakers to protect continued funding for homelessness response efforts. As part of these efforts, BOMA/GLA is supporting The People Concern and its advocacy partners as they work to preserve funding for programs that directly impact communities, business districts, and commercial corridors throughout California.
Read MoreWhat CRE Needs to Know Before the 2026 Primary ElectionÂ
California’s June 2, 2026 Primary Election includes major state, county, and local races that will shape the business environment across Greater Los Angeles. For commercial real estate, issues like public safety, homelessness, permitting, taxes, infrastructure, and economic competitiveness continue driving many of the conversations surrounding this election.
Read MoreAB 2418 Advances to Speed Up Commercial Permitting
AB 2418 Advances in California Assembly to Streamline Commercial Permitting. The bill matters to commercial real estate because it aims to reduce plan check delays that continue to slow tenant improvements, increase project costs, and create uncertainty for property owners and managers across California.
Read MoreNatural Gas Bills Advance in Sacramento
California lawmakers are advancing legislation to accelerate the state’s transition away from natural gas, including SB 1359, which recently cleared its first committee on a narrow vote. This matters for our members because these proposals could directly impact building operations, costs, and long-term investment decisions across commercial real estate.
Read MoreNovember Ballot Initiative Could Reshape Measure ULA
A new statewide ballot measure that could significantly limit local real estate transfer taxes, including Los Angeles’ Measure ULA, has officially qualified for the November 2026 ballot. This matters for our members because it could reshape the future of ULA, influence transaction activity, and create opportunity in how deals are structured across the region.
Read MoreMember Advocacy Stops Risky Security Bill
AB 1742, a bill that would have changed how legal summons are served, has been pulled and is no longer moving forward this legislative session. This is a meaningful win for commercial real estate, as the bill raised concerns about operational disruption, legal risk, and building management challenges.
Read MoreUpdate on Prop 36: District Attorneys Call for Stable State Funding
Nearly one year after Proposition 36 took effect in California, district attorneys across the state are urging lawmakers to provide long-term funding to ensure the measure delivers on its promises. This matters to BOMA/GLA members because Prop 36 was designed to address property crime and drug-related offenses—issues that directly impact commercial buildings, tenants, and the safety of our business districts.
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