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Legislative Update - January 30, 2025
NAA Provides Updates on Federal Assistance FreezeThe details surrounding the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) memorandum freezing federal financial assistance across agencies continues to evolve. As of yesterday, the White House had rescinded the memo but later stated it was not a recission... Continue Reading
Date posted01/30/2025
Legislative Update - January 23, 2025
Stay Prepared: Emergency Resource Hub for Housing ProvidersWhile Santa Ana winds are expected to wain and a chance of rain is on the horizon, dry conditions continue to persist in Southern California. SCRHA reminds members to be prepared and have emergency plans in place. Visit SCRHA’s... Continue Reading
Date posted01/23/2025
Legislative Update - January 16, 2025
Imperial Beach Gives Initial Approval to Additional Just Cause ProtectionsLast night, after hours of testimony, the Imperial Beach City Council approved additional Just Cause protections on a 3-2 vote. In December, the council approved the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee that held two meetings... Continue Reading
Date posted01/16/2025
Legislative Update - January 9, 2025
SCRHA Stands with Fire-Affected Communities, Urges Preparedness Amid Ongoing ChallengesSCRHA’s thoughts are with all those impacted by the fires in Los Angeles. The devastation is staggering and a stark reminder of the fires that have impacted other areas of Southern California in years past... Continue Reading
Date posted01/9/2025
Legislative Update - January 2, 2025
Alert: CTA and BOI Reporting Requirements Remain Under InjunctionWhether or not businesses are not required to file BOI according to FinCEN remains in flux. On December 23rd, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an injunction issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District... Continue Reading
Date posted01/2/2025
2025 Forms Update
Below is a list of new and updated forms that owners and managers should be aware of. These forms have been updated to reflect new laws, as well as changes to Fair Housing and other regulations. New Forms - December 2024 #160ASM: Notice of Adverse Action-Active Service Member (SB611)New... Continue Reading
Date posted12/30/2024
Legislative Update - December 19, 2024
Governor Declares Statewide Bird Flu Emergency, Anti-Price Gouging Rules in effect for Rental HousingYesterday, December 18, Governor Newson proclaimed a State of Emergency to streamline the state’s response to Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as “Bird Flu.” Anti-price... Continue Reading
Date posted12/19/2024
State of Emergency Declared in Response to H5N1 (Bird Flu)
On December 18, 2024, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in response to Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as "Bird Flu". Anti-price gouging rules are now in affect. Click here to learn more about the State of Emergency and current price gouging protections. Continue Reading
Date posted12/18/2024
Legislative Update - December 12, 2024
Imperial Beach Tenant Protections Ad Hoc Committee MeetingsOwners and managers of rental property in the City of Imperial Beach are encouraged to attend one or both of the upcoming Ad Hoc committee outreach meetings. The committee, consisting of Mayor Aguirre and Councilmember Fisher was formed at... Continue Reading
Date posted12/12/2024
Legislative Update - December 5, 2024
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Imperial Beach to Explore Tenant ProtectionsYesterday evening (Dec. 4), the Imperial Beach City Council formed an Ad Hoc Committee to explore additional tenant protections. The discussion came about due to many long-term residents from two rental complexes repeatedly asking... Continue Reading
Date posted12/5/2024