CBPA Board Member Sarahann Shapiro Reappointed to CA Commission on Disability Access

Congratulations to CBPA Board Member and BOMA California President Sarahann Shapiro on her reappointment this week to the California Commission on Disability Access (CCDA). Shapiro was initially appointed to the Commission by Governor Newsom last year as our industry's representative.

The mission of CCDA is to promote disability access through dialogue and collaboration with stakeholders including the disability and business communities as well as all levels of government. CCDA was formed as a result of legislation passed in 2008 spearheaded by CBPA, the disability community, the Consumer Attorneys of California, the CalChamber, and other stakeholders.

Last Chance to Register for Legislative Luncheon!

Join us next Wednesday for a gathering of political leaders and industry advocates at our upcoming Legislative Luncheon and PAC Fundraiser!

Help us celebrate the achievements of our legislative champions over lunch as we honor their exceptional contributions with the inaugural Legislative All-Star Awards. The event will conclude with a fundraiser for CBPA’s Political Action Committee – supporting candidates and causes that benefit our industry during this critical election year.

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All-Star Honorees to be Recognized at the

2024 Legislative Luncheon

UI Benefits for Striking Workers Bill Re-Introduced

Last legislative cycle, CBPA alongside a coalition of business groups successfully lobbied against SB 799 (Portantino; D-Burbank), a bill, which was heavily backed by organized labor that would have been disastrous for businesses large and small and would have ballooned California's already high federal unemployment insurance debt.

The measure aimed to provide Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits to individuals who left work and chose to go on strike during a labor dispute. The bill was ultimately vetoed by Governor Newsom. However, the bill has been reintroduced by Senator Portantino in the form of SB 1116, like the vetoed legislation, SB 1116 aims to allow workers who have been on strike for at least two weeks to claim UI benefits. We will continue to provide updates on this proposed legislation as they become available.

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CBPA Endorses Proposed Retail Theft Act

On Monday, CBPA announced its endorsement and financial support of the proposed Homelessness, Drug Addiction, Retail Theft Reduction Act designed to hold repeat offenders of retail and drug crimes accountable and improve community safety.

CBPA joins a coalition of groups representing community leaders, law enforcement and the business community to qualify the initiative for the November 2024 ballot.

Now Accepting 2024 Award Nominations!

Every other year, CBPA honors individuals and companies that are making an impact at the Commercial Real Estate Industry Awards Ceremony. Award categories include:

Champions of Industry
Legislative Affairs
Community Service
Industry Advancement

Awards will be presented at the dinner ceremony on October 24th in Orange County. The deadline to submit a nomination is April 30, 2024. Nominate a deserving individual or company today and save the date for the event!