by Marlee Breakstone | Aug 4, 2026 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Federal Advocacy, Holidays, Resources, State Advocacy, volunteers
Did you know that Congress is in session less than half the year? On average, the House of Representatives is in session 147 days each year, while the Senate meets for 165 days. Enshrined in the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970, this time is intended for elected...
by Marlee Breakstone | Jun 2, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Holidays, Resources
Summer 2026 is officially underway. As the weather gets warmer and we celebrate summer holidays, community associations nationwide are planning events to bring people together, celebrate community, and inspire professionalism, effective leadership, and responsible...
by Elise Busse | May 26, 2026 | Flag, Holidays, Public Policies
In 2026, the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. While it will bring festivities across the country, the occasion also serves as a moment to reflect on the sacrifices of those who fought and...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Feb 11, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Discriminatory Covenants, Holidays
The theme for Black History Month 2026 is “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” to honor 100 years of organized efforts to study and commemorate Black history. CAI supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in all communities, and Black History Month is a great...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq., Elise Busse, Tony Campisi, CAE, Marlee Breakstone, Ben Price | Dec 23, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Holidays, Legislative Action Committees, volunteers
As we approach the final days of 2025, CAI’s Government and Public Affairs team thanks its legislative action committees, volunteer advocates, and members who support and advocate on behalf of the 77.1 million people living and working in America’s 369,000...
by Marlee Breakstone | Dec 4, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Holidays
The holiday season is underway. Community association residents nationwide are reflecting on 2025, and celebrating the winter holidays with their neighbors and loved ones. Is your community hosting festive events such as a holiday potluck, tree lighting ceremony, gift...
