TREC Political Action Committee (PAC)
A stronger commercial real estate industry, a stronger Dallas
TREC Political Action Committee (PAC) supports candidates and advocacy efforts that promote balanced, pro-growth policy at the local and state levels. Through bipartisan engagement and strategic advocacy, TREC PAC ensures that the voices of our members shape the decisions that drive economic development across North Texas.
If you have questions about TREC Political Action Committee, please contact us.
Since 1995, TREC PAC has contributed over $900,000 to candidates for Dallas City Council, DISD, Dallas College, and the Texas Legislature, weighing in on more than 500 races across North Texas.
“I contribute to TREC PAC because the policies being shaped by City Hall and the Texas Legislature directly impact my team’s livelihood. From permitting delays to development costs, every decision affects our ability to build and do business. Supporting TREC PAC is how I help ensure our industry has a voice at the table.”
Why Invest in TREC PAC?
Protect Your Livelihood: Support candidates who will advance pro-housing, pro-growth, and pro-infrastructure policy.
Well-Meaning Policies Can Have Negative Consequences: From parking mandates to third-party reviews, even “good intentions” can stall growth, drive up costs, or limit investment. Your investment in TREC PAC helps build relationships and maintain and open door to educate policymakers.
Enjoy Exclusive Investor Experiences: Gain access to private candidate receptions, policy brieings, and endorsement interviews; attend RECsTX Lobby Day in Austin; and, at the Trustee level, help shape political strategy on the TREC PAC Board of Directors.
2026 Election Calendar
Dates are tentative and subject to change
- PAC Candidate Interviews: January 20, 22-23
- PAC Board Endorsement Vote: January 27
- Endorsement Check Delivery: January 27 to March 3
- Primary Election Day: March 3
- General Election: November 3
TREC PAC Wins
Our advocacy efforts delivered some major wins for Dallas throughout the last few years, which would not have been possible without the support of TREC PAC-endorsed elected officials.
Elimination of most mandatory minimum parking requirements
Expansion of Mixed Income Housing Density Bonus program (MIHDB)
Passage of Forward Dallas comprehensive land use plan
Commercial working group and Development Advisory Committee engaged on permit issues and solutions
“Joining the PAC gives you a seat at the table. You meet decisionmakers, help shape endorsements, and see firsthand how policy decisions affect the feasibility of our projects. It’s one of the most direct ways to influence the future of commercial real estate across North Texas.”
TREC PAC Investor Levels and Benefits
Trustee ($1,000 or more)
- Eligible to serve on PAC board (endorsement and contribution decisions)
- Advance complimentary priority registration to all PAC receptions, briefings, and policy events
- Guaranteed seat on RECsTX Lobby Day delegation
- Invitations to private dinners/events with elected officials
Champion ($500 or more)
- Right to attend candidate interviews and vote on endorsements
- Priority registration to PAC reception and events for an additional cost
- Eligible to attend the RECsTX Austin Lobby Day as a member of the Dallas delegation
Young Guns ($250 or more)
- Voting rights in candidate interviews and endorsements
- Early access to PAC event registration
- TREC PAC-branded lapel pin or badge for TREC events
Ally ($100 or more)
- May attend fundraisers, receptions, and briefings for an additional cost
Candidate Interviews
During each election cycle, TREC PAC interviews and votes to endorse candidates at the local and state levels.
Legislative Receptions
TREC PAC investors are eligible to attend exclusive networking events with elected officials.
RECsTX Lobby Day
TREC PAC participates in the Real Estate Councils of Texas (RECsTX) Lobby Day during each Texas Legislature.
“Joining the PAC gives you a seat at the table. You meet decisionmakers, help shape endorsements, and see firsthand how policy decisions affect the feasibility of our projects. It’s one of the most direct ways to influence the future of commercial real estate across North Texas.”
2025 TREC PAC Board of Directors
Jim Reynolds
CHAIR
Milhaus Development
Evan Beattie
VICE CHAIR/PUBLIC POLICY CHAIR
GFF
Rick Perdue
EX-OFFICIO
Rosewood Property Company
Suzan Kedron
SECRETARY
Jackson Walker LLP
Jamee Jolly
TREASURER
The Real Estate Council
Jennifer Schmiel
ASSISTANT TREASURER
The Real Estate Council
Nick Walsh
Young Guns Representative
The NRP Group
Kevin Bryant
Crow Holdings Capital Partners, L.L.C.
Gerald Dunn
Benchmark Title
Duncan Fulton*
Will Hendrickson
Granite Properties
Kevin Hickman
Trammell Crow Company
Todd Howard
Kirksey Architecture
Steve Mattern
Vari, LLP
Frank Mihalopoulos
Corith Properties
Joshua Millsap
KFM
Arthur Santa-Maria
Hoque Global
*retired