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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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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.

Biocom California Policy Department Welcomes New Faces, California’s Fight Against COVID-19 Pivots, President Biden Takes Office

January 28th, 2021

Our policy team has already been busy during the first month of 2021. See what has happened and what’s expected to come. Click here.

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Counties Throughout California Continue to Update Vaccination Eligibility Guidelines

February 25th, 2021

Eligible workers in the life science industry can now receive the vaccine in many counties as they align with state prioritization guidance.

Marin County and San Mateo County Become the First Bay Area Counties to Advance to the Red Tier

February 25th, 2021

As COVID-19 cases decrease throughout the Bay Area, some counties begin to move to a less restrictive tier of the color-coded plan.

Biocom CA Supports a San Diego/Tijuana World Design Capital Bid

February 25th, 2021

The designation would shine a spotlight on integrated, creative design in the region.

Biocom CA Testifies at San Diego City Council Hearing on Potential Stormwater Ballot Measure

February 25th, 2021

Council took the first steps to explore a dedicated funding source for the city’s stormwater department, which faces a $1.27B budget deficit.

Biocom CA Supports UC San Diego’s Deed Restriction Removal – the Proposal Moves to San Diego City Council for Final Approval

February 25th, 2021

Lifting of the deed restrictions will allow the university to expand its on-campus development projects.

Now is the Time to Give your Input on San Diego’s Climate Action Plan and Gas & Electric Franchise Agreement

February 25th, 2021

The city is considering major changes to these two important policies.

San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors Gives Final Approval to Mission Bay Life Science Development Project – Biocom CA Speaks on the Industry’s Resilience

February 25th, 2021

The last developable parcel in the area will be home to new lab and office space.

Join Us Virtually for the first Bay Area Policy Committee Meeting of the 2021 Year!

February 25th, 2021

Our Bay Area Regional Public Policy committee will host its first meeting for interested members on March 23rd.

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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.

State To Transition From Occupation to Age Based Vaccine Prioritizations

January 28th, 2021

State to transition from occupation to age based vaccine prioritizations. Learn more here.

Legislature Begins Work for 2021-22 Session

January 28th, 2021

As Legislature reconvenes, new legislation begins to trickle in. Click here.

Join a Policy Committee in 2021

January 28th, 2021

The new year is a great time to join a Biocom California committee – we offer groups tailored to a range of professions and topics. Click here.

Governor Releases Proposed 2021 Budget

January 28th, 2021

Governor’s 2021 budget includes continuous glucose monitor funding, establishes health care affordability office. Click here to read more.

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Biocom California Members Meet New Congresswoman Sara Jacobs

February 25th, 2021

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

Congress Gets Closer to Passing Covid-19 Package

February 25th, 2021

Learn more about the package and how it may impact the industry. Click here.

Senate Starts Consideration of HHS Nominee Xavier Becerra

February 25th, 2021

Read a recap on the confirmation hearings here.

Drug Rebates Rule Gets Postponed

February 25th, 2021

Click here for a brief summary of the rule and its effect on the industry.

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.

CMS Releases Breakthrough Devices Final Rule

January 28th, 2021

Learn more about the MCIT rule and how it affects the industry. Click here.

President Joe Biden Enacts Swift Executive Actions

January 28th, 2021

Learn more about the orders related to health care, climate change and immigration. Click here.

FDA Releases AI/Machine Learning Action Plan

January 28th, 2021

For a detailed on the summary and Biocom’s feedback, click here.