Apartment Advocate
NAA Government Affairs’ bi-monthly publication combines all aspects of apartment industry advocacy into one go-to resource. The Apartment Advocate highlights key developments and viewpoints in industry public policy at all levels of government, and helps NAA members explore advocacy pathways.
Employee Screening Bills Emerge in State Legislatures
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New legislation ignores the comprehensive policies already in place by housing providers. Learn more.
Lawmakers in Florida and Virginia have considered a pair of bills focused on rental housing employee criminal background checks. Though well intentioned, both bills would require enhanced screening…
City Councils Punt on Rent Control
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Thanks to diligent advocacy efforts, two Florida localities have said no to rent control.
Rent control conversations have persisted in Florida’s Tampa Bay Area for several months. On February 9, the City Council of St. Petersburg voted 3-1 not to pursue the rent control after the city’s attorneys…
Section 8 Reform Legislation Introduced in U.S. House
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The latest bill is a critical step in resolving the housing affordability crisis. Here’s what you need to know.
On March 1, Reps. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO-05) and John Katko (R-NY-24) introduced the Choice in Affordable Housing Act (H.R. 6880), bipartisan and bicameral legislation that seeks to…
President Biden Delivers First State of the Union
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Here are the key takeaways for the rental housing industry.
On March 1, President Joe Biden delivered his inaugural State of the Union Address. His remarks included a few areas of interest for the rental housing industry.
First, President Biden highlighted the American Rescue Plan. He noted that “…
NAA, NMHC Applaud Introduction of Choice in Affordable Housing Act
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ARLINGTON, VA | March 3, 2022 – The National Apartment Association (NAA) and the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) applaud the introduction of the Choice in Affordable Housing Act (H.R. 6880), bipartisan legislation that aims to increase private sector participation in the Section 8…
NAAPAC Update and Grassroots Update: July 2023
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Check out NAAPAC’s progress so far in 2023 and see what’s new with NAA Advocacy!
Grassroots Update: Yes In My Backyard Goes for Advocacy
The bipartisan Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY) Act (S. 1688/H.R. 3507) has been reintroduced in Congress. Bill cosponsors are needed to convince key Members of…
Senators Reach Agreement on Violence Against Women Act
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The agreement, which would reauthorize the bill until 2026, includes key housing provisions. Here’s what you need to know.
This month, a bipartisan group of Senators led by Democrats Dick Durbin and Dianne Feinstein and Republicans Joni Ernst and Lisa Murkowski reached an agreement to reauthorize…
Fannie and Freddie Fall Short of “Duty to Serve,” says FHFA
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The agency said their proposed plans fell short of the minimum standard for underserved markets. Learn more.
In early January, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rejected both Fannie Mae’s and Freddie Mac’s 2022-2024 Duty to Serve plans for failing to meet the minimum standard for any of the…
FCC Rule Slams Multifamily Commercial Partnerships
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The FCC voted to adopt new rules regulating certain commercial practices between property owners and broadband service providers. Here's what you need to know.
Less than one month after circulating a proposal focused on driving broadband competition in multiple tenant environments (MTEs), the…
NAA Takes Action: Supporting an Industry Through Robust Advocacy in 2022
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Here are some steps NAA is taking to advance 2022’s policy priorities.
As the rental housing industry continues to grapple with the lingering impacts of the pandemic, the National Apartment Association (NAA) is looking to the year ahead and remains committed to robust advocacy on behalf of the…