EPAB Executive’ s Message
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EPAB Executive’ s Message
Lydia Mhouli Crown Heritage Homes 2026 EPAB President
Why Every EPAB Member Should Attend Rally Day
Every other year, members of the Texas homebuilding industry have a unique opportunity to take our message directly to the people who make decisions that impact our businesses. I encourage every El Paso Association of Builders member to join us in Austin for the Texas Association of Builders ' Rally Day on February 23, 2027.
Rally Day gives members the opportunity to meet face-to-face with elected officials, learn about current legislative priorities, and share real-world experiences from the front lines of the housing industry. Those personal conversations help lawmakers understand how proposed legislation affects builders, developers, suppliers, and ultimately Texas families seeking attainable housing.
Before attending my first Rally
Day, I understood the importance of advocacy in theory. After experiencing it firsthand, I came away with a much greater appreciation for the impact our voices can have. Sitting down with our state representatives and their staff to discuss the challenges facing the homebuilding industry was invaluable. Those conversations weren ' t political debates— they were meaningful discussions about housing affordability, workforce development, infrastructure, and the regulations that directly affect our ability to build homes and serve our communities.
As EPAB members, we are fortunate to have strong representation at the local, state, and national levels, but advocacy only works when members participate. Legislators want to hear directly from the people creating jobs, investing in our communities, and helping Texans achieve the dream of homeownership. There is simply no substitute for being in the room and telling our story.
I can personally say that Rally Day was one of the most rewarding experiences I ' ve had as part of our association. I left Austin with a better understanding of the legislative process, stronger relationships with our elected officials, and confidence that our industry ' s voice truly matters.
I hope you ' ll join your fellow EPAB members next February. Together, we can ensure the homebuilding industry has a strong voice at the Texas Capitol and continue protecting the future of housing in Texas.
Edgar Garcia Bella Vista Homes 2026 Vice-President
Why HomePAC Matters to Every Member
One of the greatest benefits of belonging to the El Paso Association of Builders is that your voice extends far beyond our local community. Through our partnership with the Texas Association of Builders( TAB), we have a seat at the table when decisions are made in Austin that directly affect our businesses, our employees, and our community. One of the most effective tools in protecting that voice is HomePAC.
It ' s easy to think of political action committees as something that only matters during election season. In reality, HomePAC works year-round to support pro-housing candidates who understand the challenges facing the residential construction industry. By helping elect leaders who recognize the importance of attainable housing, reasonable regulations, and a strong construction economy, HomePAC helps ensure our industry has advocates in the Texas Capitol when critical legislation is debated.
Consider this: imagine a proposal that would add unnecessary regulatory costs to every new home built in Texas. Even a seemingly modest increase can ripple through the industry, making homes less affordable, slowing projects, and impacting everyone from builders and subcontractors to suppliers and lenders. Thanks to TAB ' s advocacy efforts, supported by HomePAC, countless harmful proposals have been defeated while legislation benefiting housing has advanced. In fact, TAB estimates its state advocacy efforts can save the industry as much as $ 15,000 per home start.
HomePAC is funded entirely through voluntary personal contributions from members who understand that advocacy is an investment— not an expense. Every contribution, regardless of size, strengthens our industry ' s ability to protect homeownership, support responsible growth, and preserve a healthy business climate across Texas. Click here to donate.
As EPAB members, we all benefit when HomePAC is strong. Together, we can ensure that the voice of the home building industry remains heard where it matters most.
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