Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): The Community Associations Institute (CAI) reports significant advocacy milestones in 2025, underscoring the growing influence of community associations in legislative matters.
The Advocacy Landscape in 2025
As we conclude 2025, community associations have seen a remarkable surge in advocacy efforts, reflecting the interests of over 77 million Americans living in more than 370,000 community associations. The CAI has recognized the tireless work of its Legislative Action Committees (LACs) and volunteer advocates, whose collective efforts have resulted in impactful legislative outcomes.
In this year alone, CAI’s 572 state LAC members tracked over 2,781 bills across state and federal levels, with an impressive 94% of tracked bills yielding favorable or neutral results for the community association sector. This achievement illustrates the efficacy of organized advocacy and grassroots mobilization.
Quantifiable Successes
Key achievements include:
- More than 31,000 messages sent to legislators by over 8,900 advocates.
- Participation in 12 state LAC capitol days and a high-profile Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., where 195 attendees engaged in 145 meetings with Congressional representatives.
- A notable expansion of CAI’s advocacy outreach on social media, surpassing 1,350 followers on Twitter.
Grassroots Mobilization
The grassroots efforts of CAI members have been crucial in shaping legislative outcomes. With campaigns that engaged thousands of constituents, advocates have effectively communicated the needs and concerns of community residents to their elected officials. The results are a testament to the power of collective action in advocating for policies that directly impact community governance and operations.
Compliance Impact
Businesses and legal professionals involved with community associations should take note of these advocacy developments. It is essential to:
- Monitor upcoming legislative sessions for new bills affecting community associations.
- Engage with local advocacy efforts to stay informed on pertinent legislative changes.
- Prepare to advise clients on compliance with any new regulations that may emerge from these advocacy successes.
As 2026 approaches, stakeholders should brace for continued advocacy efforts aimed at addressing housing policy pressures and enhancing governance transparency within community associations. For further insights, consider reviewing CAI’s projections regarding state legislative trends impacting community associations.