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Government Affairs

Government Affairs is the voice of the REALTORS® in local government. Our goal is to protect the REALTORS® of San Mateo County from ordinances, rules and regulations that would be a hindrance to the success of their businesses.  Government Affairs also works to advance one of SAMCAR's primary objectives: the preservation of private property rights throughout San Mateo County.

The Government Affairs staff informs and advises the Board of Directors and SAMCAR's Legislative Committees regarding pertinent land use and zoning policies, state and federal legislation, and local political issues. In conjunction with SAMCAR REALTORS®, the Government Affairs staff executes the legislative and political directives of the Board of Directors.

Government Affairs serves as a liaison between SAMCAR and the California Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®, and assists with member mobilization for state and federal issues of importance to the real estate industry.


Government Affairs Director

850 Woodside Way, San Mateo CA 94401 (map)
(650) 696-8200
 
 

Assembly Speaker Resurrects $75 Recording Fee
Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) unveiled a bill to increase funding for affordable housing by adding a statewide $75 real estate document recording fee. Home sales would be exempt.
Push to Renew Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Gains Steam in Senate
An effort is under way in the Senate to renew legislation that spares underwater homeowners from having to pay income tax on mortgage debt forgiven by a lender.
So. San Francisco OKs Downtown Station Area Plan
South San Francisco's economic development plans took a huge step forward with the City Council's adoption of the Downtown Station Area Specific Plan.
Bill Introduced to Rectify 3% Inequities
HR 685 "The Mortgage Choice Act" will make two adjustments to the Truth in Lending Act's (TILA) definition of "points and fees" to ensure greater consumer choice in mortgage and settlement services.
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FAA Approves Use of Drones for Real Estate on Case-by-Case Basis
The FAA released a 26-page docket that grants REALTORS the right to use drones on a case-by-case basis. If you want to legally fly a drone to promote your real estate listings, it is imperative you read and follow ALL instructions in the FAA's docket and there's still no guarantee you'll be granted an exemption.
Pacifica Embarks on Major Sewer Upgrade
Brian Martinez (Collection System Manager) and Joshua Cosgrove (Assistant Collection System Superintendent) for the City of Pacifica have announced the city is undertaking a major sewer main replacement project.
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