While the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) boasts a membership of 1.3 million members, the face and voice of the real estate industry before the United States Congress boils down to 535 members who volunteer as Federal Political Coordinators (FPCs). Nominated by their state presidents and appointed by the President of NAR, they advocate policy initiatives which support a fundamentally sound and dynamic U.S. real estate market. FPCs are chosen because of their relationships with Members of Congress, their high caliber political work and activities within their Congressional District, or their professional background in issues of importance to the district.

In a nutshell, each FPC serves as an educator to their Member of Congress with respect to vital issues in the real estate industry.

The Vermont Association of REALTORS® has three FPCs who work with the state’s congressional representatives. These FPCs respond and promote response to critical NAR Calls for Action and they advocate on behalf of VAR members and the REALTOR Party. They are responsible for contacting their member of Congress at least once per quarter to discuss issues of importance to VAR members. FPCs also attend the NAR Legislative Meeting in May to participate in Hill visits and to help coordinate member visits with Vermont’s congressional representatives.