The Government Affairs Committee oversees government affairs activities, including the development of position papers, calls to action, and related activities, as well as representing the Institute on legislative-related committees for the National Association of REALTORS® as stated in the official Institute bylaws.

Stay current with government affairs issues that are relevant to the Institute membership with timely responses and action when appropriate.

Assess government affairs issues

• Collaborate with the Institute Legislative Staff Liaison
• Develop appropriate response white papers and position statements following Institute policy

Promote Legislative Update programs

• Communicate through Electronic communications
• Have legislative informational programs at the National Land Conference
• Write summaries of meetings to share with members on the Institute Website
• Contribute timely articles to the official biannual Institute publication, TERRA FIRMA
• Include updates on the Institute’s website under the Government Affairs Tab