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California Life Sciences (CLS) Announces Winners of 23rd Annual Pantheon Awards
Oct 8, 2026
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., October 8, 2026 — California Life Sciences (CLS) today announced the winners and finalists of the 23rd Annual Pantheon Awards. Eight awards recognizing exceptional contributions to..
Read More California Life Sciences Statement on AB 1776, the California COMPETE Act
Sep 30, 2026
California's antitrust laws must take into account the impact the life sciences sector has had in our state and around the world – improving health outcomes and bringing lifesaving treatments to patients.
Read More AB 1887 Signed Into Law
Sep 28, 2026
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 1887 into law — a critical step forward for California's rare disease community. This legislation eliminates prior authorization and step therapy delays for FDA-approved rare disease treatments, ensuring patients can access the care their doctors prescribe without unnecessary insurance red tape.
Read More California Life Sciences Announces Fall 2026 FAST California Cohort
Sep 11, 2026
California Life Sciences (CLS) today announced that 11 companies have been accepted into the Fall 2026 cohort of FAST California, the association’s flagship innovation and entrepreneurship program.
Read More California Life Sciences (CLS) Elects New Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Four Members to Board of Directors
Sep 8, 2026
California Life Sciences (CLS) today announced new leadership and four new members for its Board of Directors.
Read More A treatment in search of a disease – Legislation unnecessarily threatens California’s leadership in life sciences
Jul 27, 2026
The success and productivity of California’s life sciences ecosystem rely on its unique, interconnected structure.
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