More than 200 Alabama REALTORS® recently gathered in Montgomery to attend the 2022 REALTOR® Day at the Capitol. Members enjoyed a great time networking, hearing from leading voices in Alabama politics, and advocating for private property rights and the real estate profession.

The morning session was held at The Renaissance Hotel and included a 2022 Legislative Session panel discussion featuring Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels and House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter and moderated by Alabama Daily News publisher Todd Stacy. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall also delivered an informative presentation over lunch, unpacking the legal and political landscape of the 2022 Legislative Session and walking members through several relevant legal cases and rulings that may have an impact on upcoming legislation.

Prior to making the trip over to the State House, members received a legislative briefing from Alabama REALTORS® CEO Jeremy Walker who shared the latest on the Association’s legislative items.

We were also pleased to recognize the great success of the efforts of our members in meeting – and exceeding – our 2021 ARPAC goals. ARPAC Trustee Vice-Chair Tim Mills presented the 2021 Governor’s Cup awards. The Governor’s Cup focuses on success in three major fundraising indexes – Major Investors, Participation, and Overall Fundraising rankings. 11 Associations met this challenge and were recognized.

2021 Governor’s Cup Awards
            Athens-Limestone
            Covington
            DeKalb County
            East Alabama
            Lake Martin
            Lee County
            Morgan County
            Southeast Alabama
            St. Clair
            Tuscaloosa
            Wiregrass

ARPAC Trustee Kim Hallmark also presented the 2021 Robert C. “Bob” Meeks Award, which recognizes the local boards that aggressively defend and promote REALTOR® legislative interests, reach and maintain favorable communications with elected officials, and surpass all others in ARPAC support.

2021 Robert C. “Bob” Meeks Award
            Medium Board Winner – Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
            Large Board Winner – Baldwin County Association of REALTORS®

Outstanding achievements in individual fundraising categories were also recognized.

Major Investor Category
            Mobile Area (Large Board)
            Tuscaloosa (Medium Board)
            Covington (Small Board)

Highest Percentage Over Participation Goal
            Birmingham (Large Board)
            Southeast Alabama (Medium Board)
            Covington (Small Board)

Highest Percentage Over Fundraising Goal
            Baldwin County (Large Board)
            Tuscaloosa (Medium Board)
            Covington (Small Board)

Following an afternoon of advocating at the State House, REALTORS®, elected officials, and members of the Legislature gathered at the Alabama REALTORS® building for the annual legislative reception. Attendees enjoyed an evening of hors d’oeuvres, live music, and the opportunity to further discuss issues facing the real estate industry amongst their peers and lawmakers.

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2022 REALTOR® Day at the Capitol. Because our voice is loud, our presence is felt by our Capitol, by our members, and by our communities. We are proud to be the voice for real estate in Alabama.

To view more photos from the event, visit our Facebook page here.