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The Advocate
April 21, 2023


Federal Political Coordinator Profile | Bill Aceto

Bill Aceto was the 2022 NC RPAC Chair, a current RPAC Trustee, 2023 Legislative Committee Chair, a member of the NC State Building Commission and State Political Coordinator. To round out that list of political engagement, Bill is also a Federal Political Coordinator (FPC). Read more.

NAR Legislative Meetings

We are almost two weeks away from our annual NAR Legislative Meetings to be held May 6-11 in Washington, DC.

How can I find out information about the agenda?
There is a learning opportunity for every attendee. To check out the packed agenda for the Legislative Meetings, click here.

What is the REALTOR® Block Party?
The REALTOR® National Block Party will be held on May 9 from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Nationals Park. Yes, it will absolutely be a block party with REALTORS®, Members of Congress and housing industry partners taking over the entire stadium for an evening of fun.

Will transportation be provided to the Block Party?
Absolutely! Shuttle service will be available starting at 5:30 PM and running continuously with the last shuttle departing at 9:15 PM. For additional details about pick-up and drop-off locations, as well as what to expect during the Block Party, click here.

Will I be able to visit my Member of Congress?
Yes and No, you will be visiting your Member of Congress but not in the traditional way. Instead of scheduled Congressional visits, you will get to spend time with NC Congressional Members during the REALTOR® Block Party.

What about meeting with US Senators?
We will still have a scheduled meeting with our US Senators on May 10 at 9:00 AM at the Kennedy Caucus Room, Russell Senate Office Building, Room 325. Light Refreshments will be provided.

Is it true that we are finally returning to Bullfeathers?
Yes, NC REALTORS® will be hosting lunch at Bullfeathers, located at 410 First Street SE. Lunch will be on May 10 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to cmccaleb@ncrealtors.org by May 3, 2023.

Is there anything planned after our meeting with US Senators & prior to lunch?
No, but your choices are limitless since you are in Washington, DC! You can tour the US Capitol, download apps to get a 3D experience of Statues in the Capitol or learn more about US Capitol Grounds, visit the Library of Congress or the US Botanic Garden just to name a few options.

We hope to see you at the NAR Legislative Meetings!


If you have any questions or comments about the Advocate, please contact Pam Melton, Director of Political & External Communications.

LINKS TO MORE RESOURCES

NAR Washington Report

NC General Assembly

NC REALTORS® Action Center

NC Real Estate Commission

NAR REALTOR® Party

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