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 Marlee Breakstone | May 19, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute
Direct constituent interactions have more influence on lawmakers’ decisions than any other advocacy strategy. CAI members can leverage chapter events as opportunities to facilitate interactions between elected officials and constituents living and working in community...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Mar 18, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Federal Advocacy, Resources
CAI is committed to helping elected officials support the constituents they serve, which is why we developed a brand-new webinar to educate them on the industry. Community Association Living: An Essential Guide for Homeowner Leaders is a free, easy-to-follow online...
by Marlee Breakstone | Mar 10, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Resources, volunteers
CAI member-advocates like you personally have an opportunity to help CAI build its network of connections with elected officials and support the community association industry. Research shows that legislators who hear from personal or professional connections are...
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...
