Ombudsman Programs Trending in 2023 State Legislatures
One of the most interesting aspects of tracking state legislation across the country is the emergence of new patterns that fly in the face of forecasts before the start of the legislative session. One such trend is the proliferation of ombudsman and ombudsman-adjacent...
Federal Advocacy – First Quarter…Boots on the Ground
The first quarter of 2023 brought a new Congress, a new Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), a Republican majority in the House, and a Democratic majority in the Senate. CAI’s advocacy team, including the incredible team from Cornerstone Government...
Happy National Puppy Day: A look at assistance animals laws and how they apply to community associations (REPOSTED FROM 2022…. STILL GREAT INFORMATION!)
Today is National Puppy Day, where dog owners and dog lovers come together over their shared appreciation for these four-legged companions. Established in 2006, National Puppy Day also is meant to raise awareness of the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year...
CAI Advocates for Financing Opportunities for Professional Certifications and Credentials
Recently, members of CAI’s Government and Public Affairs team spent the day on Capitol Hill meeting with members of Congress to advocate for the reintroduction of the 2023 Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act. We’re pleased to announce the Act was...
Your Guide to Florida’s New Disaster Relief Programs
For guidance on post-Hurricane Ian debris removal, visit: https://www.caionline.org/Advocacy/LAC/FL/Documents/Hurricane%20Ian%20Community%20Association%20Debris%20Cleanup.pdf As homeowners across the Sunshine State recover from hurricanes Ian and Nicole, CAI is...
CAI Amicus Brief Supports Favorable Michigan Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court of Michigan denied an insurance and surety brokerage firm’s application for leave to appeal the judgment of the Michigan Court of Appeals in favor of a Michigan condominium association due to lack of persuasion that the questions presented by the...
Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories – CAI’s Female Legislative Advocates
The U.S. Women’s History Alliance spearheaded the movement to declare March as National Women’s History Month. The event was established by presidential proclamation to draw attention to and improve the focus on women in historical studies. International Women’s Day...
CAI Legislative Action Committee’s Advocate for Sound Public Policy for Community Associations in their State Capitols
CAI Legislative Action Committees (LACs) work to 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, and representatives...
Environmental Sustainability Policy Issues In 2023
Conservation, environmental sustainability, and “green” issues are important policy issues facing the community association housing model. CAI follows these clear and fundamental principles concerning environmental sustainability policy: Collaborate with our neighbors...
Legislative Trend: Amending Discriminatory Covenants
This year marks the 47th official celebration of Black History Month. CAI supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in all communities, and Black History Month is a great reminder of how the community association housing industry has advanced in the last half-century....
