NARPM Capitol Summit - Navigating the Capitol - National Association of Residential Property Managers

2026 NARPM Capitol Summit

Navigating Congress: Your Voice in Federal Housing Policy

Understanding the Federal Legislative Process

Federal legislation moves through a complex process involving committee review, floor votes, and coordination between the House and Senate. Understanding where a bill stands in this process helps you time your advocacy efforts effectively. Bills can be introduced, referred to committee, marked up, reported out, scheduled for floor action, passed, and then sent to the other chamber for the same process.

Congressional representatives receive thousands of communications, but personal stories from constituents who understand the practical implications of housing policy carry special weight. Your expertise in property management, tenant relations, and housing market dynamics provides lawmakers with the real-world context they need to craft effective legislation.

Know Your Representatives

• Research your House Representative and both Senators before arrival. To find your representatives, use this link.
• Understand their committee assignments and housing-related interests
• Review their voting history on housing and rental property issues
• Learn about their district’s rental housing demographics
• Prepare talking points relevant to their constituents

Prepare Your Message

• State your name, district, and role in property management
• Share specific data: properties managed, units, local impact
• Explain how proposed legislation affects your business and tenants
• Provide concrete examples and real-world scenarios
• Suggest practical solutions and offer ongoing assistance

Meeting Best Practices

• Be punctual and professionally dressed
• Keep meetings focused and under 15 minutes
• Listen actively and ask thoughtful questions
• Leave behind one-page fact sheets or business cards
• Follow up with thank you notes and additional information

Digital Advocacy

• Connect on LinkedIn and follow on social media
• Share relevant articles and tag your representatives
• Participate in virtual town halls and online forums
• Submit written testimony for committee hearings
• Coordinate with other NARPM members for unified messaging

As a NARPM member participating in the 2026 Capitol Summit, your voice matters in shaping federal housing policy. When you share your real-world experiences and professional insights with Congress members and their staff, you provide invaluable perspective on how proposed legislation affects property management professionals and the communities we serve. Your firsthand knowledge of rental housing challenges and solutions helps inform better policy decisions at the national level.

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