Advocacy Update

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Code Advocacy Update
California Existing Building Code and CALGreen Development Code Updates

by Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA


Editor’s Note: Are you a Code wonk? If so, here’s the latest from the AIA California master-of-all-cody things: Michael F. Malinowski, FAIA.

AIA …

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Advocacy Update – March 2023

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Legislation to Aid in EDI Efforts introduced by AIA CA

By Scott Terrell, Director of Government Relations, AIA California


This winter, AIA CA introduced AB 342 by Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, which allows the California Architect Board (Board) to ask licensees …

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Advocacy – Be Heard; Tell Stories

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By Scott Terrell, Director of Government Relations, AIA California


Advocacy – Telling a Story

Legislators and their staff hear from hundreds of groups a year vying for their attention. In this crowded field of voices, it can become difficult to …

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Advocacy Wins for AIA CA In 2022

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2022 was a big year for the American Institute of Architects California, with significant victories for the profession in the advocacy arena. Below are the top six achievements accomplished through the efforts of AIA CA members and staff:
  1. 5 Hours
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Regulatory Victory: Problematic Proposed Regulation Tabled

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Advocacy Update

Regulatory Victory: Problematic Proposed Regulation Tabled

By Scott Terrell – Director of Government Relations, AIA California


Did you know that AIA California (AIA CA) regularly advocates for our members before a variety of regulatory bodies in California that

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AIA Government Relations: Demystifying the Legislative Process – How a Bill Becomes Law

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AIA Government Relations

Demystifying the Legislative Process – How a Bill Becomes Law


Understanding how a bill becomes a law can be an overwhelming task. This chart attempts to illustrate the complex process, but is scant on the interpersonal and

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ADVOCACY UPDATE
California Political Landscape Following 2022 Election

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ADVOCACY UPDATE

California Political Landscape Following 2022 Election

by Scott Terrell, AIA California Director of Government Relations


November 29, 2022

The 2022 Election proved to be a unique election, both on the National scene and in California. California has proven …

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STEP UP AND BECOME A CITIZEN ARCHITECT
Why an FAIA became a City Council Member in the City of Laguna Hills

Advocacy Updates, Citizen Architect|

STEP UP AND BECOME A CITIZEN ARCHITECT
Why an FAIA became a City Council Member in the City of Laguna Hills

By Don Caskey, FAIA


I was in private sector followed by public sector practice for 45 years.  I have …

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