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HOME PAC
CHANGING THE AUDIENCE
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HOME PAC impacts EVERYONE. Although the direct correlation may be dif cult to see at rst blush, political races impact all BAGI members. Any new policies or ordinances that make it more dif cult for a builder to build homes trickles down to product suppliers, trades, loan originators, and more.
#2
Associations that provide support and funding to elected of cials and candidates help ensure that local government is run by quali ed people.
#3
HOME PAC is non-partisan. Candidates are vetted on their individual merits rather than party af liation.
#4
Your contributions help elect of cials who support our industry and get rid of those who don’t. This is a key component of BAGI’s strategy to “Change the Audience” when decision-makers aren’t hearing our concerns.
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Lawmakingisongoingandever-changing. Havingaccesstolawmakerstoprovideindustry insight on proposed rules and regulations is invaluable.
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Reputable business associations and their members traditionally contribute to the campaigns of friendly legislators to help encourage a healthy legislative environment.
WHY SHOULD I BE INVOLVED? POLITICS IS BORING TO ME!
You may ask yourself why HOME PAC is important or why you should be involved.
BELOW ARE OUR “TOP TEN” REASONS WHY
Politicsisnotaspectatorsport. Thepowerofanyassociationcanbemeasuredbythe effectiveness of its lobbying effort and its ability to raise political contributions.
It has been proven that organized groups who participate in the electoral process have the best track record in gaining access to legislators.
When you participate in HOME PAC, you have a voice in determining how the industry should direct its resources on political candidates.
#10 IF WE DON’T, OUR OPPONENT WILL.