To view CAI-NJ’s Action Alert on S-2545 CLICK HERE. To view a copy of the bill CLICK HERE.
CAI-NJ has been working with a number of legislators, most notably Senator Ronald Rice (D – Essex) and Assemblyman Carmelo Garcia (D – Hudson) on foreclosure reforms that should help our member communities deal with abandoned properties and association fee delinquencies. Amongst the several proposals under consideration are: A statewide task force, consisting of representatives
CAI-NJ has been working with both Senator Shirley Turner (D – Mercer) and Assemblyman Jerry Green (D – Union) on reforms that would address the concerns tackled in this bill without the one-size-fits-all approach in S-1938, which we have consistently opposed. With the hard work of our volunteers on the Legislative Action Committee, and the
Knowing that this information is often vital to the homeowners we all serve, CAI-NJ was proud to stand with Assemblywoman Sumter in support of this important reform, which was signed by the Governor this summer and is now law. The bill requires the Division on Civil Rights and the Department of Community Affairs to make
This bill, which CAI-NJ supported as part of our multi-faceted efforts to help member communities weather the current recession, was signed by the Governor and is now law.
CAI-NJ continues to make the case for the licensure of Common Interest Community Managers, and has been working closely with CAI National in refuting the fiscal estimate of $1.2 million, cited by the Governor in his pocket veto message earlier this year. By comparing the New Jersey proposal with laws in other states—namely Virginia, which
Jennifer Loheac, Esq. – Becker & Poliakoff Legislative Action Committee Last October, the Community Association’s Institute (CAI) launched its inaugural Government Affairs Summit in Washington D.C. The exciting two-day event drew volunteer leaders and lobbyists from around the Country for discussions on federal and state issues affecting thousands of community associations. Attendees discussed advocacy at
Jean Bestafka, Renaissance Homeowners Association Legislative Action Committee Board Liaison The Legislative Action Committee of the Community Associations Institute has been tracking and monitoring a number of bills to make sure the voice of the membership is heard in Trenton. We are currently monitoring more than 100 bills that may substantially affect how our communities
CAI sent a letter to members of congress on behalf of its members to share comments and recommendations concerning the housing finance reform discussion draft released by Senators Crapo and Johnson on March 16. CAI highlights the following key issues for CAI Members in Housing Finance Reform legislation: 1. Ensure continuation of community association mortgage standards that directly support access
