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The Association continually provides expertise on a range of policy issues affecting stakeholders at the local, regional, state and national orbits. These contributions advance our ongoing mission to be the authoritative regional voice for public policy issues, with focus on: education that empowers, policy that is collaborative and advocacy that is service-oriented.
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Policy Pulse: May 15, 2026
Last chance to nominate! Nominations for the ACC-OC Golden Hub of Innovation Awards close today, Friday, May 15. This special evening brings together more than 200 of Orange County’s leaders to celebrate the people, projects, and partnerships driving innovation and impact across our region. We are especially excited to share that Molly Jolly, the new President of Angels Baseball and the first female president in franchise history, will join us for our keynote conversation. It

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Policy Pulse: December 5, 2025
This week, ACC-OC hosted a BOLD webinar providing an overview of the upcoming federal changes to HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) program for FY 2025. These updates will influence how cities plan, coordinate, and administer homelessness services in the year ahead. With Orange County’s $33 million in CoC funding at risk of not being renewed next year, more than 1,800 residents in Permanent Housing and 375 in Rapid Re-Housing could lose support and face returning to homelessness.

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Dec 5, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: August 22, 2025
Join ACC-OC's BOLD program (Better Opportunities for Learning and Development) for a special lunchtime webinar featuring Dr. Douglas...

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Aug 22, 20255 min read


Policy Pulse: July 18, 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an energizing and impactful evening at our We were honored to welcome Assemblymember Tri Ta ,...

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Jul 18, 20255 min read


Policy Pulse: July 4, 2025
As we celebrate Independence Day, ACC-OC extends our warmest wishes for a wonderful and safe Fourth of July holiday weekend. This is a...

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Jul 4, 20255 min read


Policy Pulse: March 14, 2025
The Orange County Black Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the Veteran Women’s Mental Health Symposium—a dynamic event that brought...

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Mar 14, 20258 min read


Policy Pulse: December 20, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of former Orange Mayor Mark Murphy. Mark...

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Dec 20, 20245 min read


Policy Pulse: November 15, 2024
ACC-OC's Executive Director Kris Murray recently participated in the Urban Land Institute’s Orange County Emerging Trends event,...

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Nov 15, 20245 min read


Policy Pulse: September 27, 2024
ACC-OC is excited to present a new episode of our City Square podcast, featuring Darrell E. Johnson, CEO of OCTA. In this episode, Mr....

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Sep 27, 20244 min read


Policy Pulse: August 23, 2024
On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, ACC-OC Executive Director Kris Murray had the honor of presenting at the Laguna Niguel City Council meeting....

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Aug 23, 20245 min read


Policy Pulse: July 5, 2024
Come and join us for an engaging and insightful ACC-OC Summer Legislative Roundtable and Reception at Wild Rivers on Thursday, August...

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Jul 5, 20244 min read


Policy Pulse: June 28, 2024
Meet Hon. Crystal Miles, Council Member for Villa Park and ACC-OC's 3rd District representative! Councilwoman Miles is actively involved...

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Jun 28, 20246 min read
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