Advocacy News
SPAAR advocates for you and your business.
Our Government Affairs team works to make sure both REALTORS® and homeowners are represented in government.
In addition, the Government Affairs Committee works to expand the Association’s sphere of influence in local, regional, state and national public policy areas focusing on issues affecting communities throughout the Association’s jurisdiction.

First-Time Homeownership Loan Program information shared in multiple languages
Woodbury First-Time Homeownership Loan Program shared in multiple languages.
Join SPAAR for a tiny home village tour with Settled
Join SPAAR for a tiny home village tour with Settled.SPAAR Emerging Leaders scholarships available
The National Association of REALTORS® will host its annual legislative meeting from June 13-18, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
Advocacy in Action for January 2026
SPAAR’s Government Affairs Directors (GADs), Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, actively engaged with numerous elected officials, government staff and housing stakeholders throughout December on behalf of SPAAR members.
February 2026 RPAC Investor of the Month: Jason Gorman
SPAAR has named Jason Gorman as the RPAC Investor of the Month for February 2026.