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.
NAA’s Rental Housing Policy Summit Returns
By Joe Riter | | Updated
From September 26 to 27, 2024, the National Apartment Association (NAA) will hold its second Rental Housing Policy Summit at the U.S. Capitol. The event is tailored specifically for federal policymakers - Congressional members and staffers, White House and federal agency staff and influencers of…
NAA Holds Advocacy and Legal Summit
By Zach Quimby | | Updated
Earlier this month, the National Apartment Association (NAA) hosted the second annual Rental Housing Advocacy and Legal Summit (RHALS) in Irving, Texas. The second annual summit united advocacy and legal professionals from across the country to discuss the most pressing industry challenges and…
White House Announces New Housing Supply Actions
By Joe Riter and Emily Howard | | Updated
On August 13, 2024, the White House announced additional actions to “Lower Housing Costs by Cutting Red Tape to Build More Housing” to build on the Administration’s progress and further implement its Housing Supply Action Plan. The announcement emphasized recent progress to build more homes to…
Court of Appeals Reverses Dismissal of NAA Eviction Moratorium Lawsuit
By Ayiesha Beverly | | Updated
On August 7th, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit overturned the U.S. Court of Federal Claims’ dismissal of Darby Development Company, Inc. v. United States in a 2-1 decision. The critical case seeks to determine whether the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (…
Minnesota Passes Renters Bill of Rights Legislation
By Joe Riter | | Updated
On May 24, 2024, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz approved MN SF 3492, the most comprehensive state-level renters’ rights legislation since the White House announced its Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights in January 2023.
Aspects of Minnesota’s new law reflect growing trends in state and local…
NAA Holds Inaugural Advocacy Academy
By Seth Turner | | Updated
NAA congratulates 24 individuals representing 19 state and local affiliate partners for completing NAA’s inaugural Advocacy Academy! These individuals were among nearly 75 nominated by affiliate or NAA leaders to apply. In addition to attending RHALS (Rental Housing Advocacy & Legal Summit)…
NAA Political Affairs Update - August 2024
By NAA Political Affairs | | Updated
NAAPAC: Sizzling Start to Summer
NAAPAC's 2024 campaign continues to soar to new heights! We've already amassed an impressive $752,000 towards our ambitious $1.2 million target. But our impact extends far beyond mere numbers. This election cycle, NAAPAC has disbursed $1.78 million to…
NAA Political Affairs Update - Late July 2024
By NAA Political Affairs | | Updated
NAAPAC Update
NAAPAC is making great progress towards its $1.2 million goal in 2024, having raised $727,617 as of July 15. Suppliers have played a crucial role in NAAPAC's success by contributing $426,959. Thank you for your support, suppliers!
Summer Sweepstakes
Get ready for NAAPAC's Summer…
NAA Gains Foothold in Fight Against FCC’s Bulk Billing Ban
By Joe Riter | | Updated
The National Apartment Association (NAA) has seen recent success in its federal advocacy to discourage the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from pursuing its proposed rulemaking plan to ban bulk billing arrangements. Direct signals from the Commission lean in favor of additional fact-finding…
New Affordable Housing Initiatives Announced
By Emily Howard | | Updated
New efforts are underway to increase the availability of rental housing and reduce the financial burden on both residents and housing providers. Recent announcements from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) highlight…