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 Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Jul 28, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, State Advocacy
Building relationships with lawmakers is one of the most effective ways to advance policies that support the 78.1 million Americans living in 380,000 community associations. That’s why CAI’s Government and Public Affairs team traveled to Chicago this week...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Jul 21, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Legislative Action Committees, State Advocacy, State Capitols, volunteers
State legislatures across the country continue to shape the laws that govern the 390,000 community associations across the United States, making it more important than ever for board members, community managers, and industry professionals to stay informed. As we reach...
by Tony Campisi, CAE | Jul 9, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Legislative Action Committees, Resources, State Advocacy, volunteers
As we move into the summer season, CAI’s chapters and state legislative action committees (LACs) are gearing up for the annual delegate nomination period for state LACs. If you’ve ever wondered what a LAC is, and whether you might be a good fit to join your state LAC,...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq., Elise Busse, Guest Author | Jul 2, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, State Advocacy, volunteers
Two hundred and fifty years ago, the Declaration of Independence established the nation’s founding principles of liberty, self-governance, and civic participation. As communities across the country celebrate this historic milestone, CAI reflects on what these...
by Marlee Breakstone | Jun 9, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Resources, State Advocacy, volunteers
CAI legislative action committees (LACs) are groups of CAI members who monitor state legislation, educate lawmakers, and protect the interests of those living and working in community associations. Each committee is comprised of homeowner leaders, community managers,...
