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Life Science Innovation Leads World Out of Pandemic, Challenges Could be Ahead
March 25th, 2021 – Federal, state and local government continue to address the effects of the pandemic. Take a look at what has happened over the last month and what we anticipate to come.

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Life Science Innovation Leads World Out of Pandemic, Challenges Could be Ahead

March 25th, 2021

Federal, state and local government continue to address the effects of the pandemic. Take a look at what has happened over the last month and what we anticipate to come.

Approaching A Year of Shutdowns, COVID-19 Still Dominates Policy Landscape

February 25th, 2021

As we near the one year anniversary of the pandemic shutdown, federal, state and local government continue to address its effects. We give you glimpses of all three. Click here.

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A Farewell Meeting with Sande Facinelli, San Diego County Hazardous Materials Chief

March 25th, 2021

Sande joins our EH&S members for a final meeting before her retirement to discuss HMD program updates and cost recovery.

Recap: Biocom California Holds First Bay Area Policy Committee Meeting of 2021

March 25th, 2021

Our policy team convened members from throughout the Bay Area to discuss a wide variety of regulations and proposals.

Biocom CA Participates in Ongoing Community Conversations to Shape Future Development in South San Francisco

March 25th, 2021

The city is gathering feedback on its draft General Plan policy framework via interactive virtual meetings.

Biocom California Testifies on Proposed Emeryville Reach Codes

March 25th, 2021

Staff spoke at the City Council meeting in March to address proposed changes to the city’s energy and building codes.

Some Bay Area Counties Advance to Orange Tier, San Diego and Los Angeles Counties Remain in Red

March 25th, 2021

As COVID-19 cases decrease throughout the state, counties can advance through the color-coded tier plan.

Dr. Mary Walshok to Lead Biocom CA Panel on Downtown San Diego Life Science Development

March 25th, 2021

Join us to learn why now is the time for life science to make its mark downtown.

Save the Date for our Thousand Oaks Life Science Facilities Spotlight on April 21st

March 25th, 2021

Biocom CA members and local officials will discuss recent development projects and how the city works with developers to support the life science industry.

Biocom CA San Diego Facilities Committee Recommends Support Position on La Jolla Innovation Center

March 25th, 2021

The proposal by UC San Diego will house university programs and community amenities.

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Biocom California Co-Sponsored Tax Legislation Approaching First Hearing

March 25th, 2021

Legislation on the state R&D tax credit and Net Operating Loss carryforward approaches hearing in April. Learn more.

Biocom California Brings State Legislative Leadership to Members

March 25th, 2021

Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore Kevin Mullin to have conversation with Biocom California members. Details here.

Governor Newsom Announces All Californians 16+ Will Be Eligible for Vaccination by April 15

March 25th, 2021

The governor projects all Californians will be eligible to receive vaccinations by May 1.

California Running Significant Budget Surplus

March 25th, 2021

California on track for significant budget surplus entering 2021-22 budget year.

Biocom CA to Hire Marketing Manager to Support Policy

February 25th, 2021

Learn more about the position and apply. Click here.

Senator Patricia Bates Introduces Bill to Allow Continuation of High-Quality Association Health Plans

February 25th, 2021

Senator Pat Bates introduces

Legislation in Play in 2021 Becomes Clearer

February 25th, 2021

Get a first look at important California legislation being proposed this year.

Newsom Signs CA COVID-19 Relief Package

February 25th, 2021

Governor signs state COVID relief package into law.

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Successful Advocacy Leads to Withdrawal of Damaging Six Protected Classes Rule

March 25th, 2021

CMS removed its proposal to waive the Medicare policy that requires coverage of all drugs within the six protected classes, after industry, provider and patient groups advocated against it.

Biocom California and CLSA release data showing devastating impact of price controls

March 25th, 2021

Yesterday, Biocom California and CLSA released new data analyzing the impact of importing foreign price controls on California’s innovation ecosystem, including an 88% percent reduction in the development of new medicines.

Biocom CA Requests Comments on CMS’ Delay of the MCIT Final Rule

March 25th, 2021

The new MCIT pathway created to cover breakthrough devices under Medicare is delayed until May. Biocom plans to submit additional comments and welcomes member input.

House Health Subcommittee Explores Continued Telehealth Care Post-Pandemic

March 25th, 2021

The House subcommittee on health recently held a hearing to examine the increase in use of telehealth during the pandemic. The House is considering the CONNECT for Health Act aimed to remove roadblocks in telehealth.

Industry Pushes Back on Continued Issues with 340B Program

March 25th, 2021

An increase and misuse of the 340B program by contract pharmacies led to pushback from industry. A court in Indiana granted a preliminary injunction to halt implementation of HHS’ ADR rule, which would expand 340B.

Covid-19 Relief Package Signed Into Law

March 25th, 2021

President Joe Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, a $1.9 trillion covid-19 relief package, which provides funding to federal agencies, state and local governments, schools, mass transit systems, restaurants, and other businesses.

Biocom California Members Meet New Congresswoman Sara Jacobs

February 25th, 2021

For a brief recap of our virtual roundtable with Rep. Jacobs, click here.

Biocom CA Advocates to Preserve Medicare Protected Classes

February 25th, 2021

Learn more about the new role and how Biocom CA’s concerns. Click here.