Register today to join us in Washington, DC for two days of learning, networking, collaborating, and important advocacy work – May 18-19, 2026. Participation in NAPSEC Legislative Day enables you to do the incredibly important work of bringing the priorities of your program, and the students and families you serve, before legislators and senior staff on Capitol Hill. NAPSEC will set up to four meetings for you with your representatives in the House of Representatives and/or the Senate and will supply you with the supporting materials and preparation necessary to maximize your visit.

Registration Fees:
NAPSEC Member: $350
Non-Member: $500

Registration fee includes conference materials, advocacy training, a welcome reception, and scheduled congressional meetings.

2026 Legislative Day Agenda
Monday, May 18
9:30AM-11:30AM     NAPSEC's Morning on the Mall
Before we enter congressional offices, join us as we ground ourselves in purpose. Join fellow NAPSEC members for an optional morning walk along the Tidal Basin as we reflect on civil rights, federal responsibility, and the students and families we serve. We gather to remember that access to education is a civil right — and that federal policy shapes opportunity.
Route
Start: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
End: Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial
Distance: Approximately 0.7–0.9 miles
Terrain: Flat, paved, ADA accessible. Comfortable shoes recommended.

1 PM              Registration – Congressional A/B, Lobby Level at The Hyatt Regency Washington
1:30 PM         Welcome and Introductions 
1:45 PM          Federal Update & Facilitated Discussions 
2:30PM           Break
2:45PM           Advocacy Training and State Group Breakout Discussions 
4 PM               Guest Speaker
5 PM               Welcome Reception – light hors d'oeuvres and cocktails
6PM               NAPSEC Networking – Article One – American Grill

Tuesday, May 19
Congressional meetings – schedules are unique for each attendee and are almost always conducted between the hours of 9AM and 5PM. We will share your schedule the week prior to Legislative Day. Please note schedules may shift and we will have a final schedule available for you at registration on Monday afternoon. 

5PM                   NAPSEC Happy Hour Networking – Article One – American Grill
6PM                   Optional NAPSEC Dinner (details coming soon)

Wednesday, May 20
10AM-12PM                    NCASES Commission Meeting (breakfast provided) 
12:30PM-3:30PM            NAPSEC Board Meeting (lunch provided) 

Unsure who your elected representatives are? Check here, or reach out to NAPSEC for help. Please note the last day to register is April 20, 2026. For group registrations please contact the NAPSEC office directly at [email protected]. 

Please reserve your room early – we are expecting a busy spring for advocacy and the hotel is likely to sell out. NAPSEC has secured a block of discounted rooms for a nightly rate of $379 (exclusive of taxes and fees) at: 

Hyatt Regency Washington 
Capitol Hill 
400 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001