Greater Los Angeles Advocacy

Working to build a bigger and more connected biotech hub in the greater LA region.

In the greater Los Angeles region, we advocate for land use and zoning policies that identify areas for future life science developments along with predictable and timely permitting processes. We support the region’s workforce by partnering on diverse programs that prepare current and future life science talent regardless of their educational attainment levels. We also engage on traditional business issues such as taxes, reliability of utilities, enhancing transit systems, and availability of middle-income housing.

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Championing Policy Reform in the City of Pasadena

Uniting the life science community and government to shape regulatory policies that support industry growth. Our policy staff is available to assist with any questions and ideas on how your company can pursue local policy changes to promote life science growth. Contact us to get started today.

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Public Policy News

Your source for the latest policy and regulatory news. Sign up for our Public Policy Newsletter and our Regulatory & Reimbursement Newsletter to stay up to date on latest federal, state, and regional affairs, as well as regulatory and reimbursement updates.

Recent News

2024 Los Angeles Election Results

In Los Angeles, the races we were watching included District Attorney, a measure to expand the board of Supervisors, measures to fund homelessness and emergency services, and three City Council seats.

Voters to Decide on LA County Government Reform

LA County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 in support of the ballot measure that would increase the board from five to nine members.

LA Council Committee Approves Amended Budget Proposals

The Los Angeles City Council Budget Committee amended and subsequently approved Mayor Karen Bass’ $12.8 billion budget for 2024-25, focusing on public safety and essential services.

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Committees

Los Angeles Regional Policy Committee

Biocom California’s Greater Los Angeles Policy Committee meets on an ad-hoc basis to address policy issues in the LA region at the city and county level.

Facilities/EH&S Committee

The joint Facilities/Environmental Health & Safety Committee provides a central forum in the Los Angeles life science community for professionals working in these fields to learn best practices, meet peers, and participate in continuing education opportunities.

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Greater Los Angeles Policy Statements

  • County of Los Angeles Bioscience Overlay Zone

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  • City of Los Angeles Linkage Fee – Workforce Housing Exemption

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