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California Capitol Day

National Confectioners Association — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 18:23:05 +0000

Join the National Confectioners Association (NCA) in Sacramento for our reimagined California Capitol Day, an exclusive opportunity to engage with state legislators, discuss key industry priorities, and strengthen relationships with policymakers.

Here’s what’s in store:

St. Patrick’s Day Reception | March 17

Kick off the event with a fun, informal reception with California legislators, staffers, and confectionary colleagues. This is your chance to network, strengthen relationships, and enjoy some sweet treats in a relaxed setting.

Legislative Meetings | March 18

Start the morning at 8 a.m. with a quick breakfast briefing at 1500 11th Street. Sacramento, CA, then head out for one-on-one meetings with key lawmakers. The program will conclude by 3 p.m., allowing ample time for travel.

Why Attend?

Build and strengthen relationships with California legislators
Advocate for the confectionery industry as we work to address the administration’s recent efforts to target ultra-processed foods and food additives
Network with fellow NCA members in a strategic, high-impact setting

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Participation is open to all NCA members.

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New Jersey Capitol Day

National Confectioners Association — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 18:44:22 +0000

New Jersey Capitol Day – Make Your Voice Heard

Get ready to advocate for your industry at New Jersey Capitol Day! Join NCA for a day of meaningful conversations with the policymakers who ultimately help shape the laws that affect your business. We’ll meet with state legislators to discuss the confectionery industry’s economic impact and address key issues like proposed food additive restrictions and supplemental disclosure requirements. With New Jersey introducing more bills than any other state this year, your input couldn’t be more important!

Why You Should Attend:

Sit down with New Jersey’s lawmakers to ensure they understand the impact of our industry.
Ensure your voice is heard on critical topics like food additive restrictions.
Get involved in shaping policies that affect the way we do business.

Who Should Attend?
If you’re an NCA member or business leader with operations in New Jersey, this day is for you.

Don’t miss out—secure your spot today!

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California Advocacy Day @ Home 2023

National Confectioners Association — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:11:46 +0000

NCA and the Western Candy Association invite you to share your story and protect your business during our California Advocacy Day @ Home, May 9, 8 – 11 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. ET.

With the recent introduction in the California legislature of a bill banning FD&C Red No. 3, titanium dioxide and other ingredients widely used in confectionery manufacturing as well as a separate bill proposing a statewide candy tax, we need our collective voice to be heard before it’s too late.

The best way for elected officials to understand the real-world impact of their policies is to engage directly with their constituents. By sharing your story with California lawmakers, you can help them to make informed decisions about the future of the state’s economy.

Join the Briefing

Schedule of Events:

8:00 am PT/ 11:00 am ET CA Advocacy Day Briefing
9:00 am PT / 12:00 pm ET – Senator Anna Caballero (SD-14)
9:30 am PT / 12:30 pm ET – Assemblymember Vince Fong (AD-32)
10:00 am PT/1:00 pm ET – Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (AD-46)
10:30 am PT / 1:30pm ET – Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson (AD-60)

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California Advocacy Day @ Home 2022

National Confectioners Association — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:45:22 +0000

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California Advocacy Day @ Home

National Confectioners Association — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:16:10 +0000

Despite the pandemic, the state’s agenda is packed with issues that impact our category, including food dye use restrictions, single-use packaging, checkout restrictions and workplace safety. During California Advocacy Day, we met we hosted a series of regulatory meetings and heard from several CA industry and business leaders on the issues impacting California confectioners. We also met with lawmakers to address the issues and discuss how California candy makers are “Feeding the Economy” in the state and around the country.

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Part 1:

NCA’s Liz Clark sits down with Chris Dombrowski, Chief Deputy Director of California GO-Biz, and Ron Fong, CEO of the California Grocers Association to discuss the future of California’s food industry.
NCA’s Dr. Debra Miller and Liz Clark provide a deep dive into the current political and regulatory issues of priority facing the confectionery industry in California and across the country.

Part 2:

NCA’s Dr. Debra Miller moderates a discussion with regulatory expert Bob Falk and Lauren Zeise, Director of the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, to discuss California’s regulatory environment.

Legislative Meeting Photos:

Meeting with Senator Anna Caballero

Meeting with Tina Andolina, Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Senator Ben Allen

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California Advocacy Day – Policy Update

National Confectioners Association — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:21:00 +0000

Federal Policy Issues, Sustainability, State Policy Issues, CA Packaging Proposal, Retail Check Out Bans

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Prop 65 & California Regulatory Issues: A Talk with Lauren Zeise

National Confectioners Association — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:17:00 +0000

California & Proposition 65 Update, OEHHA Mexican Candy Rulemaking, OEHHA Report on Synthetic Food Dyes and Neurobehavioral Effects in Children

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California Advocacy Day – Regulatory Update

National Confectioners Association — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:49:00 +0000

Biden Administration Big Picture Policies, US Regulatory Issues, State Regulatory Issues (California, New York) International Regulatory and Policy Issues

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