Government Affairs Committee

Advocating for You at Every Level

Be an advocate! GHBA encourages all of its members to become actively involved in the GHBA Government Affairs Program. Together we work to protect our industry from over-regulation by monitoring codes, ordinances and legislation that directly impacts the homebuilding industry, and by communicating directly with elected officials and policy makers.

The committee works closely with the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) on state issues and has direct contact with the 42 state legislators in our area, as well as county and city officials. Although the program's primary focus is at the state and local levels, the committee monitors and provides input on federal legislation and agency activity directly to our Federal officials and through the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

The GHBA Government Affairs team promotes home building and home ownership in a variety of ways...

AT THE POLLS
We support candidates and issues that are good for Houston's homeowners and the home building industry as a whole.

IN YOUR COMMUNITY
GHBA identifies local issues that could increase the costs of building, remodeling or buying homes. We work with local officials to resolve these issues while preserving consumer interests.

AT THE CAPITOL
Legislators propose thousands of new bills every session... many that affect home building. We read them all, so we can support the good ones and oppose the bad.

It is important that we fight to keep Houston prosperous by providing a housing market open to all income levels. Help us fight for you!

Legislative Priorities

Fee in Lieu of Sidewalk Ordinance

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Ch 42 – Residential Buffering Standards

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City of Houston Code Modernization

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UPCOMING eVENTS

Advocacy News

Mar. 22, 2023

GHBA Secretary Adam Aschmann Testifies at Texas Legislature

Mar. 14, 2023

City of Houston Updating Impact Fees

Feb. 07, 2023

January Advocacy Updates

Feb. 04, 2023

GHBA Members Experience the Largest International Builders Show, Ever!

Jan. 31, 2023

Revised Definition: Waters of the United States & Significant Nexus

Jan. 25, 2023

Get the Facts About the Recent Gas Stove Controversy

TOP STORIES

GHBA Secretary Adam Aschmann Testifies at Texas Legislature

On Wednesday, March 15, GHBA Secretary Adam Aschmann of Tilson Home Corporation gave testimony on H.B. 2024, the Residential Statute…
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City of Houston Updating Impact Fees

The City of Houston will be increasing drainage impact fees on July 1, 2023, as required by Chapter 395 of…
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January Advocacy Updates

January has been a busy month for all things Government Affairs. Read below for updates on our latest projects.   City…
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GHBA Members Experience the Largest International Builders Show, Ever!

More than 490 GHBA members registered to attend or exhibit at the annual International Builders Show, hosted by the National…
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Revised Definition: Waters of the United States & Significant Nexus

Insight and opinions regarding the regulatory expansion of federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction based on “significant nexus” by Jim Coody,…

Get the Facts About the Recent Gas Stove Controversy

Recently, major news outlets and social media have been full of commentary on a so-called ban on gas stoves in…

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RALLY DAY 2023 - GET ON THE BUS

Make our industry voice heard! Join 150 builders and associates for a day of advocacy at the Texas State Capitol in Austin. This is your opportunity to speak directly with your legislators and lobby important issues facing our industry.

Your attendance is important. By attending Rally Day, you serve as the strongest representation of the Texas residential construction, remodeling and development industry.

Rally Day won't happen again until 2021, so don't miss this opportunity to build relationships within the GHBA and with decision-makers in your state capitol!

Wednesday, March 20, 2019 in Austin, Texas

Cost: $55
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 1

Legislative Rally Day 2019

Rally Day Events Include:

  • Policy Briefings and Talking Points
  • Transportation to Austin
  • Group Photo on the Texas Capitol Steps
  • Welcome Ceremony with Keynote Speaker
  • Luncheon with Delegation Members
  • Face-to-Face Meetings with Your Local Legislators & Key Policy Staff
  • Dinner with Adult Beverages
  • Transportation Home
RESERVE YOUR SPOT

HOME-PAC: Can you afford NOT to participate?

HOME-PAC, the political action committee of the Greater Houston Builders Association, is an essential part of GHBA’s advocacy program.

HOME-PAC directs financial support of the homebuilding industry and is committed to protecting housing affordability and consumer choices. Through your contribution, we are able to pool our resources and unite to support the best qualified, pro-housing candidates for local and state office.

Changes in state law or regulations could be detrimental to your business. Your contribution to GHBA's HOME-PAC is an investment in your company's future and the future of our industry. It is one of the most affordable options for political involvement.

Learn More about the
Power of the PAC
Donate Today!

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CALENDAR

Committee Meetings & Events

The Government Affairs Committee and HOME-PAC meet on an as-needed basis contingent upon legislative issues that arise on a local, state and national level.

Additionally, a Codes & Standards Subcommittee meets during local code review cycles and an In-Town Builders Task Force meets to address local building issues. If you are interested in either subcommittee, you must be a member of the Government Affairs Committee.

Here's what our members say:

Time well spent

My time has been well spent attending fundraisers and events for candidates who support our industry. These individuals have proven valuable to our association in assisting with important legislation at the State level as well as developing policies and ordinances at the local level. I encourage all of our association members to become knowledgeable about the political process.

—Jim Holcomb HOME-PAC Chairman & President
Holcomb Properties

Strongest business investment

GHBA HOME-PAC has proven to be one of the strongest business investments I have made. By participating in HOME-PAC, I have been introduced to elected officials at all levels of government that have been able to have a positive impact on my business and industry. The relationships that HOME-PAC has are some of the strongest in the industry, and I am proud to call myself a GHBA HOME-PAC Trustee.

—Lisa Clark
Ryko Development

Insider access through HOME-PAC

I have enjoyed being part of HOME-PAC as it has allowed me access to our Congressmen and City Council members to discuss things that are important to my homebuilding business. I gain a lot of insight into the thoughts and opinions of our elected officials; that can be a lot different than what you read in the paper.

—Mike Dishberger
Sandcastle Homes

Professional Development

My active participation in the GHBA has been one of the single largest contributors in my professional development. I feel a great debt to the Association for the things I have learned, the colleagues I have met, and the results in legislation for which we have worked on together.

—John Williams, Manager Quality Assurance
K. Hovnanian Family of Builders

Fortunate to have access to the quality resources the GHBA makes available

I was very involved in GHBA activities 30 years ago. The GHBA was an outstanding industry resource then. I returned to Houston and homebuilding 4 years ago. From my perspective, the GHBA’s diversity, effectiveness and influence have grown significantly. We should consider ourselves quite fortunate to have access to the quality resources the GHBA makes available to us all.

— Kevin Stuckey, Stuckey Builders, LLC

More testimonials

 

Leadership:

Government Affairs Committee Co-Chairs
Kristal Casey, Unicorn Service Solutions
Jason Gustafson, Gustafson Group Inc.

HOME-PAC Co-Chairs
Jim Holcomb, Holcomb Properties
Mike Moody, Newmark Homes Houston LLC

Codes & Standards Subcommittee Chair
John Williams, K. Hovnanian Family of Builders - Houston

Staff Contact:

Troy Allen
Director of Government Affairs
(281) 664-1430
tallen@ghba.org