Advocacy
In addition to being experts in identifying historic properties, CRM firms are small, private, for-profit businesses that understand budgets, jobs, and how our economy works. This combination gives ACRA a unique perspective on historic preservation issues, especially those related to Federal and state laws, regulations, and programs.
From Capitol Hill to the White House, ACRA and its members advocate for conditions that allow the CRM industry to thrive. Learn more about the issues ACRA works on below.
ACTION ALERT: Now Ask Your Senator to Sign the Letter to the ACHP
Last week, we told you that a bipartisan group of House members have drafted a strong letter to the ACHP opposing their radical rewrite of the regulations that implement Section 106. Thanks to your advocacy, House representatives are speaking up against the ACHP plan...
Your Congress in Action: September 21, 2026
At the intersection of Michigan and Adams Avenues, across the street from the Art Institute of Chicago and down the block from the Adams/Wabash CTA station, stands a small sign marking the beginning of Route 66. From there, it will take you west, past the Willis (nee...
ACTION ALERT: Ask Your Representative to Sign the Letter to the ACHP
We need your help in asking your House representative to go on record opposing the ACHP’s radical rewrite of the regulations that implement Section 106! We don’t have to tell you how damaging the ACHP’s misguided plan is: by making early consultation optional and...
There’s Still Time: Take the Survey on Employee Numbers by State
If your organization has not yet taken the survey collecting the number of employees by state, we urge you to do so now! Your participation only takes a few minutes and could be crucial to the fight to protect Section 106. ACRA is aiming to provide is the most current...
Your Congress in Action: September 8, 2026
When the Constitutional Convention met in Philadelphia over the sweltering summer of 1787, one question loomed as large as any other: should the government be headed by an all-powerful individual, a “national executive?” Pennsylvania delegate James Wilson, a renowned...
An Update from ACRA President Shawn Patch
This post is authored by ACRA President Shawn Patch to members. Thank you for your continued support of ACRA's advocacy to oppose the ACHP's radical overhaul of the regulations that implement Section 106. I wanted to take a moment to provide an update on the latest...
How to get involved:
Congress and Executive agencies are making decisions every day on issues that can affect your profession, business, and community. That is why CRM professionals need to work together to build the nation’s future. ACRA has the tools to help you make your voice heard – email us now to get started.
Although ACRA does not lobby at the state level, there are plenty of opportunities for CRM firms and their staff to engage with their state legislators to make the case for more investments in their SHPOs. While each state is different, ACRA has developed a guide will help you identify the best ways to speak up for your SHPO. Access the ACRA Guide to State Advocacy here.
Education opportunities in advocacy
Take one of ACRA’s webinars-on-demand to build your advocacy skills.
Advocacy Skills for All
Length: 1 hr 16 min
Cost for ACRA Members: FREE
Cost for Non-members: $25
The 2026 Outlook for CRM
Length: 53 min
Cost for ACRA Members and Students: FREE
Cost for Non-members: $20
Harness Power of People – Section 106
Length: 1 hr 4 min
Cost for ACRA Members: $89
Cost for Students: $19
Cost for Non-members: $129