The North State Building Industry Association's Government Affairs department works on behalf of the industry as a whole, advocating for public policies that promote a healthy building climate so that well planned communities continue to grow ensuring that the region's housing needs are met.

The Government Affairs team is actively engaged in the greater Sacramento region, advocating for sound public policy in Amador, Butte, El Dorado, Glenn, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba Counties.

Five legislative advocates are responsible for the BIA's coverage area and are assigned to specific jurisdictions. They receive input and direction from area councils made up of BIA members with particular interests and expertise on critical issues.

Area councils are open to all BIA members. For a complete listing of the councils, meeting times and locations, please contact Tara Hicks at (916) 677-5717 or by e-mail at tara@northstatebia.org.