What does SAPAC do?

Increased Unity
With large numbers enrolled in SAPAC, legislators will understand that MASA members and like-thinking individuals are unified on major issues and speak with one voice. This solidarity lends credibility to MASA’s Legislative Program and increases the likelihood of greater legislative support.

Increased Legislative Effectiveness
SAPAC funds enable MASA to support and attend legislators’ functions and thus establish a rapport with key education supporters in the Legislature. Friendly relationships and greater access to legislators will lead to more opportunities to influence education and tax policy.

Increased Opportunity to Assist Candidates with the High Cost of Election Campaigns
Today’s campaigns cost thousands of dollars - e.g. $75,000 for a House seat every two years and $100,000 for a Senate race. SAPAC provides the legal means to pool contributions so that we can help our chosen candidates purchase billboard space, yard signs, bumper stickers, radio and television time, newspaper ads and other forms of communication. If our friends in the Legislature are defeated because of a lack of campaign funds, we all lose.