The Washington Report covers legislative and regulatory policy activities, and is compiled by NAR's Advocacy Group policy staff. To receive this content via email, subscribe to the Edge Up with NAR newsletter.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to approve a significantly scaled-back proposal to require publicly-traded companies to disclose a variety of climate-related information. Learn more.
The purpose of the proposed rule is to address money laundering, and illicit financial crimes involving real estate. Learn more.
The White House announces “New Actions to Boost Housing Supply and Lower Housing Costs,” aimed at creating more affordable homes and increasing transparency in rental housing.
NAR asks for clear guidance on the application of fair housing laws to the appraisal process as well as transparency in the compensation of appraisers.
A government shutdown would affect many agencies and programs that are important to REALTOR® businesses and their clients.
NAR is advocating for an on-time extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The current program deadline is March 8, 2024.
In a comment letter, NAR expressed disappointment with the latest Department of Labor's proposal to rescind the 2018 Association Health Plans (AHPs) rule.
NAR expressed concerns regarding the Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act new rule, and how it may impact real estate professionals.
VA’s minimum property requirements (MPRs) can be/are perceived by many as being onerous, unnecessary, and push costs onto sellers.
The House of Representatives broke a legislative logjam by passing a long-shot bipartisan tax bill containing several real estate provisions and also greasing the wheels of a long-stalled vote to increase the $10,000 limit on the deduction of state and local taxes (SALT).
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