Political Advocacy

The National Association of REALTORS® advocates every day on behalf of the nation's 1.3 million REALTORS® and 75 million property owners. NAR is widely considered one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country.

We work for you by advocating for federal, state, and local policy initiatives that strengthen the ability of Americans to own, buy, and sell real property. We also work with you, by providing a wide variety of resources to foster and harness the grassroots strength of the REALTOR® Party.

National Flood Insurance Program

Health Care Reform

Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac (GSEs)

Transportation and Infrastructure

Tax Reform

All Federal Issues

Learn about the issues, NAR's position, and how they affect REALTORS®, home buyers, and private property owners

2019 Advocacy Agenda

All Federal Issues by Category

Federal Issues Tracker

Advocacy Group Directory

National Advocacy News

On October 11, 2019, NAR provided comments on the Appraisal Standards Board's (ASB) concept paper reforming the evaluation standards in USPAP.

Both the House and Senate are in session this week. What issues should REALTORS® follow? Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization; Nomination of Brian D. Montgomery to Be Deputy HUD Secretary.

HUD sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), asking them to investigate websites selling assistance animal documentation.

The FHA’s Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund Capital Ratio was 4.84% in Fiscal Year 2019, marking the highest such level in a dozen years.

REALTOR® Party

The REALTOR® Party is a powerful alliance of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations working to protect and promote homeownership and property investment.

Since 1969, the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) has promoted the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates across the United States. The purpose of RPAC is clear: REALTORS® raise and spend money to elect candidates who understand and support the issues that are important to their profession and livelihood. Learn more.

Be Part of the Network

Tens of thousands of REALTORS® now receive text messages through REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts. These REALTOR® members get exclusive opportunities to take action on important real estate issues.