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State & Local Candidate Polling
Polling for state and local candidates is approved as on a case-by-case basis in concert with the State & Local Independent Expenditure (IE) Program. Associations that desire to poll a candidate or race should also have a desire to support a candidate in that race with NAR IE Funds, should the polling suggests itās needed. Not all jurisdictions are large enough to poll, but our Campaign Services team will work with you on reasonable alternatives should a traditional survey not be possible. Please complete the following questionnaire and submit. Someone from our Campaign Services team will reach out to you...
State & Local Issues Polling Request Form
Polling for state and local issues is approved as on a case-by-case basis in concert with the Issues Mobilization Program. Associations that desire to poll an issue should also have a desire to support or oppose that issue with NAR Issue Funds, should polling suggest itās needed. Not all jurisdictions are large enough to poll, but our Campaign Services team will work with you on reasonable alternatives should a traditional survey not be possible. Please complete the following questionnaire and submit. Someone from our Campaign Services team will reach out to you within 24 hours.
FPC Contact Team Submission Form
Every FPC experience is uniqueālevels of advocacy experience, knowledge of the public affairs world, and personal connections to lawmakers all vary to a large degree. As a result, it is important to develop an FPC Team to support you in executing your significant grassroots activities and duties to the best of your abilities.
The SPIT Technique
When it comes to your Hill meetings, be prepared to tell a personal story. Explain through a short anecdote or story how the policy issue impacts you directly.Ā Officials recognize the time it takes to personalize a message and will focus their efforts on those communications. One way to develop your story is to use the “SPIT Technique.” SPIT is an acronym as follows: S = Specific:Ā Be as specific as possible about what the Congressperson can do.Ā For example, āwe would like you to cosponsor a billā is better than āour practice provides valuable services.ā P = Personal:Ā Messages...
State Key Contact Grant
Purpose: The State Key Contact Grant will provide resources and consultant expertise to help states create, grow or revise a REALTORĀ® grasstops advocacy program much like the Federal Political Coordinator program.
Nevada Hosts “Under One Roof” Event to Boost Employer-Assisted Housing
The Nevada Association used its Housing Opportunity Grant from NAR to help sponsor "Under One Roof" ā a forum addressing employer-assisted housing programs. The January 28 event drew dozens of employers, as well as government and community leaders to encourage more employers to help their workers access quality housing through employer-assisted housing, a benefit that helps employees meet their housing needs. Nevada REALTORĀ® Dawn Lane, who organized the event, explained that employer-assisted housing is a key component to successful businesses. "Employees who own their own homes nearer to work stay with a company longer, are more productive, have fewer absences...
Call for Action Toolkit
The Call for Action (CFA) Toolkit is designed to help state and local associations send out supportive messages to promote a national CFA to their members. This toolkit includes tips on sending emails, posting on social media and advertising on websites. Check it out today! CFA Toolkit
GADs Give Back
The state and local Government Affairs Directors who attended the 2018 GAD Institute donated more than 200 toys and dolls to Randall Children’s Hospital in Portland, Ore. This was the inauguralĀ GADs Give Back charitable effort supporting the GAD Institute’s host city.Ā Ā #GAD2018Ā #GADsOwnIt!Ā #GADsRock Thank you, GAD Nation! The staff at Randall Children’s Hospital sent a nice thank you note for the generosity of GAD Nation.