What’s Inside: Honoring Pride Month; Abbott and Dexcom Aim to Bring Continuous Glucose Monitoring to Millions; UPSIDE Foods Earns USDA Label for its Cultivated Meat; Water Rates to Increase in San Diego; and more.
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California’s Only HR Conference for Life Science
Join us for dynamic presentations, engaging panel discussions with thought leaders, and ample networking opportunities at our HR Conference for Life Science held in Southern California on September 27 and Northern California on October 4. Content for this strategic-level conference is curated by HR leaders across California to provide attendees with the tools and insights needed to create a positive, lasting impact within life science organizations of all sizes. We are pleased to present the full agendas for both
conference locations which feature a full lineup of accomplished leaders who have achieved success through innovative HR strategies. As the only conference in the state dedicated to HR professionals working within the life science industry, this unique opportunity enables attendees to gain valuable knowledge of critical issues, network with peers, and elevate HR practices.
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Honoring Pride Month and Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community
Pride Month is a time to honor history, raise awareness, and be a strong advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community while continuing to make progress toward equality for all. We’re excited to bring the life science community together along with OUTbio and Common Stock for a special Pride Parade Watch Party on July 15 in Hillcrest to celebrate San Diego’s largest 2-day event. Limited VIP tickets are available for our members which includes complimentary admission, food and beverages, and front row seating to view the parade. We also invite you to check out dedicated LGBTQIA+ resources for Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Bay Area.
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Industry Intelligence & Member Moments
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Biocom California DC Reception Returns
After a pause due to the pandemic, Biocom California brought back one of our signature events—our annual reception in our nation’s capital. This year’s California Sunshine in DC Reception celebrated the contributions of our life science industry with Members of Congress, industry members, congressional staffers, as well as partners and other stakeholders.
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Biocom California Submits Farm Bill Priorities to Congress
Biocom California sent a letter to the House and Senate Agriculture Committees and California Delegation urging them to include our priorities in the 2023 Farm Bill, including supporting the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) BioPreferred Purchasing Program, loan guarantee programs, and funding for both USDA and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Congress must reauthorize the Farm Bill by September 30, 2023.
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Biocom California Comments on EPA’s Proposed EtO Regulation
Biocom California submitted comment letters on behalf of our members on the EPA’s proposed changes to the regulation of Ethylene Oxide (EtO) under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants and Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. Read our full comment letters here and here.
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San Diego Water Rate Increases Will Be Higher than Anticipated
On June 21, San Diego city water officials told City Council they must raise water rates more than previously announced—19.8% instead of 17.6%. The updated proposal is scheduled to be heard at Council on September 19; officials didn’t provide estimates of the impact on average monthly bills for business customers. They said rate increases are needed to pay for upgrades to customer service, maintenance of more than 3,300 miles of aging pipes, and capital projects like ongoing construction of the city’s Pure Water sewage recycling system.
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Last Chance: Register for the LA Life Science Forum
Join Biocom California and BizFed Institute on Thursday, July 13 for our 2nd annual Greater Los Angeles Life Science Forum. This conference brings together local business leaders, industry companies, investors, local elected officials, and regional decision makers to discuss the latest life science industry developments within the Greater Los Angeles region. With notable expert speakers featured in the discussions, topics will include: GrowLABio, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Training and Educating the Life Science Workforce, LA County’s Life Science Initiative, and How Cities Can Prioritize and Expedite New Life Science Growth.
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Biocom California
For over 27 years, Biocom California has helped move the life science industry forward with transformative resources that enable companies to make meaningful connections. With a membership base of over 1,700 companies, we connect our members to each other so they can collaborate and work stronger and smarter together. We connect organizations to capital investment and purchasing solutions so they can grow faster and work more efficiently. We’re their link to advocacy that fights for innovation and we provide an environment where their business and talent can thrive. Biocom California is how the life science industry gets connected.
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