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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.

SPAAR announces fifth year of the Key Communities Grant Program

SPAAR announces fifth year of the Key Communities Grant Program.
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SPAAR supports Mayor Carter’s proposed budget with emphasis on “All-In Housing”

The Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® supports Mayor Carter’s proposed budget with an emphasis on “All-In Housing,” especially efforts to increase housing availability through Mayor Carter’s recommendation to amend the Saint Paul’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance to exempt properties built after December 31, 2004.
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November 2024 Advocacy Report

Here is your advocacy update for the month of November! The Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® Advocacy Report goes out each month and is your one-stop-shop for everything related to Government Affairs throughout SPAAR's jurisdiction.
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Advocacy Updates – November 2024

Advocacy Updates go out monthly via the SPAAR Advocacy Report. If you're not receiving the advocacy report and would like to, email spaar@spaar.com. 
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Get out the vote: there are lots of races this year and every vote counts!

2024 is a BIG election year. On Tuesday, November 5, Minnesotans will vote for President, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, State Representative, and numerous local races from mayor to city councilor and more.
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Advocacy Updates – October 2024

Advocacy Updates go out monthly via the SPAAR Advocacy Report. If you're not receiving the advocacy report and would like to, email spaar@spaar.com. 
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October 2024 Advocacy Report

Here is your advocacy update for the month of October! The Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® Advocacy Report goes out each month and is your one-stop-shop for everything related to Government Affairs throughout SPAAR's jurisdiction.
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A successful turnout at SPAAR’s Housing Resource Fair

A successful turnout at SPAAR’s Housing Resource Fair.
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SPAAR supports 21 candidates in their bids for local elected office

SPAAR members had the opportunity to take part in the candidate interviews on September 11-12. Thanks to all who participated.
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