Federal Government Affairs Update
41 states and the District of Columbia 2020 legislative sessions have commenced, and CAI is tracking more than 1,000 pieces of legislation impacting community associations. In addition, U.S. Congress is in session and the federal agencies continue their work—some of...HUD Releases Guidance for Accommodation Requests for Assistance Animals
Agency clarifies whether internet certificates are valid and the types of animals that can provide emotional support The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released guidance yesterday for individuals requesting an accommodation for an assistance...HUD Takes Important Steps to Address Concerns Regarding Emotional Support Animals
CAI is pleased to report that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has taken an important step to address concerns related to documentation from a “reliable third party” regarding emotional support animals. HUD Secretary Ben Carson asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate websites selling assistance animal documentation.