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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 5h

We analyzed my #SB54 and other negotiations as case studies that brought stakeholders from all sorts of industries, local governments, and advocates together to solve tough public policy problems.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 5h

Always love the opportunity to do a guest lecture on public policy to engage with our future leaders. This time, I went to USC where we discussed using policy to solve major problems and navigating implementation.

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Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety @autosafety4all.bsky.social · 1d

@governor.ca.gov signs new #California law to help protect new & used car buyers from common car buying scams. TY @benallenca.bsky.social for championing first-in-the-nation consumer protection law. BRAVO!!! apple.news/AW3oOij75Rnu...

New California law means big changes for car buyers. Here’s how it will work — San Francisco Chronicle

Consumers who buy or lease a new or used car from a California dealer will have meaningful new protections — including a first-in-the-nation right to return a used car for a refund within three days o...

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 2d

Well articulated by renowned chef, Andrew Zimmern. Toxic forever chemicals are contaminating our food & water and poisoning our bodies. They don't belong in the pots and pans we cook with every day.

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/o...

Opinion | Relax, America, There Is Life After Nonstick Pans

www.nytimes.com

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 3d

It additionally establishes a first-in-the-nation 3-day return period for used vehicle purchases. Economists have estimated this will save over $200M for Californians annually, creating a more fair and competitive vehicle market for consumers.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 3d

Governor Newsom has signed my #SB766 to provide stronger transparency and consumer protections for car shoppers! This new law eliminates deceptive practices that lead to junk fees and falsely advertised vehicle prices.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 21d

Last week wrapped up the legislative year for us! Here's a look at just a few of my bills that made it to the Governor's Desk for a possible signature, focusing on insurance & disaster relief, natural resources & public health, and consumer protections.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 23d

Another great conversation with AIA Los Angeles, discussing how we can utilize the principles of a circular economy in our built environment.

Issues like adaptive reuse, as well as community hardening techniques, can make important contributions to a sustainable future.

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NRDC Action Fund @nrdcactionfund.org · 28d

Celebrity chefs want to kill @benallenca.bsky.social's #SB682 that would ban dangerous PFAS from cookware in California. These chefs either sell or endorse cookware lines that use these ‘forever chemicals’, putting their personal profits over public health.

California Wants to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Pans. These Chefs Say Don’t Do It.

www.nytimes.com

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · 29d

PFAS are leading to an avoidable public health crisis. It’s clear we need to be taking stronger steps to regulate and minimize the use of these forever chemicals.

www.nytimes.com/2024/08/31/c...

Something’s Poisoning America’s Land. Farmers Fear ‘Forever Chemicals.’ (Published 2024)

www.nytimes.com

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 28

Baby just say yes (on #SB682)

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 26

We will miss having you around, but are excited to see all the things you will accomplish in your work ahead!

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 26

Honored our brilliant @ccst.us on the Senate Floor this week! My office has benefited tremendously from the addition of Dr. Adam Cooper this year, who has worked on issues such as cap & trade, the use of forever chemicals, environmental contaminants, wildfire recovery efforts, and more.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 26

Thank you United Policyholders, @RAND.org, and California Department of Insurance for engaging with us on this difficult but massively important issue!

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 26

Fascinating and important roundtable with Palisades residents to learn more about the challenges many are facing on the insurance front right now, along with state-wide challenges.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 13

Great conversation with our friends at the South Bay LGBTQ Center about the needs and concerns of the community.

Thank you to the wonderful leadership and volunteers of the Center!

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 13

Got the chance to stop by @elcaminocollege.bsky.social to meet with President Dr. Thames & check out all of the changes on campus! Saw their impressive new sports facilities & stopped by the social justice center to discuss the college’s work supporting students!

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 11

The Palisades Long Term Recovery Group will provide more direct support for un(der)insured people and other survivors by connecting them to donor relief organizations, helping provide access to tens of millions of relief dollars, manpower, building materials, and other key resources.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 11

Excited for the launch of a community driven, long-term recovery organization to support Palisadeans impacted by wildfire.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 8

My response to the Trump Administration's proposed $1 billion settlement from UCLA.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Aug 8

Great speaking with the Hollywood Chamber yesterday, alongside colleagues Asm. Rick Chavez Zbur and Sen. María Elena Durazo, discussing upcoming LA28 opportunities, small business priorities, and the impact of the modernized Film & TV Tax Credit Program on our local economy here!

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Jul 17

My statement on pausing SB 549.

Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Jul 16

Over the next few weeks, I intend to take in all of your feedback and consider how and if we can craft the bill in a way that truly helps the community rebuild. Indeed this is only worth doing if it does so.

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Jul 16

#SB549 is proposing to establish a Resilient Rebuilding Authority to streamline and lower the costs of rebuilding areas impacted by the LA Fires. It would be led by input and guidance from the impacted community, and retains local control. (1/2)

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Ben Allen @benallenca.bsky.social · Jul 16

Thank you to all the leaders and organizers of this event who came up to Sacramento for a thoughtful and engaging discussion during our first hearing. We're looking forward to all of the progress ahead!