REALTOR® Day at the Texas Capitol

May 01, 2025

REALTOR® Day by the NUMBERS

3,000+ members advocating at the Capitol

58 local associations represented

1 Grassroots Rally—the largest in Texas

181 meetings with legislators

3 meetings with the top statewide officeholders

1,800 plates of barbecue eaten

605 lunch invitations for legislators and their staff

2,500 cookies devoured

7 stations hosted by 80 association staff at the Texas REALTORS® Open House

More than 3,000 REALTORS® from across the state gathered at the Texas Capitol on March 26 for an incredible advocacy day. The atmosphere buzzed with energy as members met with elected officials to discuss key issues affecting real estate, businesses, and property owners.

The day began with a rally, where Texas REALTORS® turned the south steps of the Capitol into a sea of purple—a color that signifies the organization’s nonpartisan approach to government. Association Chairman Christy Gessler delivered a message that the future of real property ownership relies on the strength of Texas REALTORS®, who are the advocates for their clients and communities.

Members participated in meetings with all 181 state legislators and their staffs, speaking with them about housing affordability, property tax relief, transparency in real estate representation agreements, and other topics regarding real estate.

Association leaders also met with Gov. Greg Abbott to discuss important issues, including two of the governor’s emergency items this session—reducing property taxes and investment in water infrastructure—that are also priorities for Texas REALTORS®. Texas REALTORS® leadership also met with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the House Dustin Burrows the previous day.

Resolutions in both chambers declared March 26 REALTOR® Day at the Texas Capitol, with Rep. Daniel Alders, a Texas REALTOR®, reading the House resolution, and Sen. Tan Parker reading the resolution in the Senate.

Members also enjoyed a barbecue lunch at the Texas REALTORS® building across the street from the Capitol. An open house featured information, activities, and giveaways related to the association’s programs, services, and member benefits.

“It was truly inspiring to see so many dedicated professionals come together, demonstrating the strong commitment of our members to shape policies that benefit communities and the real estate industry statewide,” said Chairman Christy Gessler. “Texas REALTORS® gives lawmakers the insights they need to foster our thriving real estate market, a crucial sector responsible for 17.8% of the Texas economy.”

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