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 | May 5, 2026 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, volunteers
As the summer months approach and several holidays draw near, community associations nationwide are bringing people together for community-driven events. Such festivities are just one example of why Americans living in homeowners associations, condominiums, and...
by Marlee Breakstone | Jul 31, 2025 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Other, Resources
Did you know that Congress is in session less than half the year? On average, the House of Representatives is in session 147 days and 165 days for the Senate. The remaining days are spent in recess at various periods during the calendar year with the longest stretch...
