Careers in Government: Enforcing and Defending State Zoning Reform

Our country’s current housing crisis requires action at the local, state, and federal levels. In an effort to address housing affordability, a number of states across the country have sought to increase the supply of housing by decreasing local power to exclude new housing construction. In recent years, New Jersey and Massachusetts have made significant reforms to ensure that towns permit the construction of housing, particularly in well-resourced towns. Not surprisingly, towns have fought these state laws. We will hear from a Deputy Solicitor General from New Jersey and an Assistant Attorney General in Massachusetts about their work to defend and enforce their states’ laws. Attendees will learn about careers in state government and litigation.

To RSVP, please email Vivian Rodriguez. For more information, please contact Clinical Professor of Law Anika Singh Lemar. Food will be served.