As part of our ongoing commitment to addressing challenges facing the commercial real estate industry and fostering a more business-friendly environment, CBPA is proud to sponsor another key piece of legislation.

AB 588 (Patel; D-San Diego) creates a lithium battery safety working group to provide clear fire safety guidance as EV charging and battery storage expand across California. With no statewide standards, property owners and officials face inconsistent regulations and risks.

This bill ensures experts develop best practices to enhance safety, streamline compliance, and support smart clean energy investments in commercial real estate. The bill is currently in the Assembly Committee on Emergency Management.

California requested FEMA expand wildfire debris removal in Los Angeles to include commercial properties and multi-family housing, which are typically ineligible for federal cleanup. Governor Newsom’s push aimed to ease the burden on businesses, non-profits, and property owners.

Though the March 31 deadline has passed for submitting Right-of-Entry (ROE) forms, the request for federal aid continues to shape the ongoing recovery efforts for businesses and property owners affected by the fires.

CBPA’s Senior Director of Government Relations, Skyler Wonnacott, delivered a legislative update to Orange County Business Council last week during their 2025 Advocacy Trip to Sacramento.

A key focus of the discussion was Assembly Bill 98, the newly enacted law restricting warehouse development, and CBPA’s ongoing efforts to refine its language for greater clarity and practicality. We appreciate the Orange County Business Council for their continued collaboration and dedication to advocating for a thriving business environment in Orange County.

In case you missed it: Last month, at the All-Star Awards Legislative Luncheon in Sacramento, we had the honor of recognizing exceptional lawmakers for their leadership and contributions.

Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D-West Covina) was unable to attend the event, but this week, we had the privilege of presenting her with the well-deserved award, pictured here with CBPA President & CEO Matthew Hargrove and CBPA Vice-Chair Todd Ferrara. Assemblymember Rubio has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to bipartisanship, working alongside our industry to prioritize solutions that benefit all Californians. Congratulations, Assemblymember Rubio!

CBPA partner California Commission for Disability Access (CCDA) is hosting a webinar on their Accessible Guide to Parking for Business Owners and Operators, a toolkit that promotes awareness, summarizes requirements, and offers resources to help avoid those complaints involving issues with accessible parking and accessible routes. 

The webinar will take place on April 22nd at noon and will be an educational opportunity for business owners and operators to learn more about accessibility parking compliance.