Legislation
Legislation
CALBO recognizes that there are unique areas in the State of California where problems are better solved on a local level. CALBO’s government affairs efforts are focused on advocating that the state should establish minimum standards of safety rather than develop codes, and believing in the concept of uniformity and that, in general, building regulations can best be enforced and administered at the local level. A six-point policy has been developed to guide CALBO’s advocacy efforts, find more information here.
Legislative Bill Reports
The CALBO Legislative Bill Report provides updates on legislative measures affecting building codes, safety regulations, and enforcement policies in California. It includes bill calendars, legislative language, and CALBO’s official positions on proposed laws. Key topics covered include compliance deadlines, inspection policies for multi-unit buildings, and local enforcement procedures.
Legislative Events
CALBO’s Legislative Team hosts occasional membership-wide presentations about our ongoing advocacy efforts in Sacramento. Current and proposed legislation, along with additional advocacy efforts are discussed. More information, including registration for these events can be found here.
Legislative Presentations
CALBO’s Legislative Team hosts occasional membership-wide presentations about our ongoing advocacy efforts in Sacramento. Below is an archive of the presentations given to our membership.
Legislative Outreach Alerts
When priority issues need membership feedback and support, CALBO will call on our membership to engage their own representatives to address local needs. When bills are heard in policy or fiscal committees, members of the Legislature will look to their own constituency and subject matter experts to provide concrete arguments. CALBO member letters and comments are always appreciated as they give valuable background and evidence, which help legislators during these critical hearings.
Guide to Changes in State Law
As CALBO’s Legislative Team prepares for the second year of the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, CALBO members, and our local jurisdictions are preparing for recently signed legislation to officially become enacted in 2024. To help our members prepare for the changes in law, CALBO’s Legislative Team is working on publishing a guide to the newly signed laws, which can be found below. The goal of this effort is to provide short articles about the major laws and what they will mean for our membership on the ground.
Legislative Process
As the first year of the two-year legislative cycle, legislators have a unique opportunity to shape the direction of California’s legislative priorities. The start of the cycle allows for a fresh slate, providing the chance to introduce and debate new solutions to address the state’s most pressing issues. With a full year ahead, lawmakers can build momentum, engage in thorough discussions, and refine policies before the second year.