The National Association of Realtors says it helped pass “the most significant federal housing package in nearly 20 years” this past quarter, part of a self-reported progress update on the trade group’s 2026-2028 Strategic Plan released Tuesday.
In the strategic plan update posted on NAR’s site, the trade group says it helped push the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act into law, the most significant federal housing package in nearly two decades.
NAR points to its national advocacy operation, including member mobilization in every state, thousands of policymaker meetings, original research and congressional testimony among them, as key to the bill’s passage. The nearly 50-measure package targets development barriers, housing supply, homeownership access and veterans’ housing.
“NAR’s responsibility, executed through our Strategic Plan, is to deliver strong advocacy, clear guidance and applicable tools to help you serve your clients, grow your business and lead in your communities,” CEO Nykia Wright said in the release.
NAR CEO Nykia Wright | Credit: NAR
The update touches seven priorities the association set out under the plan.
On MLS policy, NAR says it published new guidance for MLSs and members and organized industry letters to the Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Copyright Office, framed as support for a “transparent, pro-competitive” marketplace.
The plan says NAR will continue developing the risk mitigation framework with MLS advisories, ensuring communications stay timely and relevant as risk planning and action evolve. That work will keep leaning on regular meetings of the MLS Executive Advisory Group to gather ongoing feedback, alongside continued education, resources and guidance for MLSs and members navigating what NAR calls a fast-changing arena.
On legal exposure, the report points to the Tuccori homebuyer commission settlement, which has preliminary court approval. If a judge grants final approval, the deal would shield members, MLSs, state and local associations and eligible brokerages from copycat commission lawsuits without requiring further changes to business practices.
NAR says the level of protection and release for the industry is broader than what has been secured in any previous NAR settlement, releasing millions of people and companies from potential legal liability.
“This settlement would preserve business stability for members because it’s independent from Sitzer-Burnett and doesn’t require any further changes to agents’ business practices,” the plan says.
For broker engagement, NAR says it rolled out new broker-specific resources, business tools, advocacy forums and direct outreach aimed at strengthening operations and generating business.
On technology, the association points to new market intelligence tools and improved member data, framed as helping members compete in a data-driven market. For governance, NAR simplified its committee structure and adopted a new application process meant to better match member expertise with leadership roles.
And on education, it’s migrating to a new learning management system alongside curriculum changes tied to what it calls rising professional standards.
“The goal is simple: clearer information, more useful resources and stronger support to help you run your business and serve your clients in today’s market,” Wright said.
NAR says the work continues at NAR NXT this fall in New Orleans, with the new learning system and additional role-specific programming.
