State Government Affairs
APA's State Government Affairs program provides insights on state policy trends that have an impact on planning across the country, engages state-level partners, and supports chapter-level policy and advocacy programs.
State Government Blog Posts
Stay updated on state policy and advocacy trends that are influencing your local community.
What We’ve Seen on the Housing Front 2025: State Policy Highlights and Trends
August 19, 2025Halftime Report: States Advance Housing Policy in 2025
July 2, 2025Colorado Planners Craft Forward-Thinking Housing Policy
State-Based Housing Coalitions Lead the Way to Local Solutions
May 21, 2025State Momentum for Housing Reform: A Q&A With Policy Experts
April 22, 2025The Push for Parking Reform
Chapters Take the Lead at the State Level
Planners and APA chapters actively engage in policy and advocacy efforts at the state level. Watch a short video below to learn more about how planners are involved in the states to influence policy outcomes.
Get Involved!
Connect with one of our 48 chapters to learn more about the legislative program in your state.
Join the Planners' Advocacy Network to help shape policy outcomes as a planner.
Access Inquire about APA state resources and best practices for state legislative liaisons and chapter leaders.