Registration

Registration for Lobby Day includes training, materials, light breakfast, and a happy hour. Registration has been extended until May 1 at 8pm ET!

Lobby Day Issues

This year, we will advocate for critical issues facing the AANHPI community.

• Anti-Asian Hate
  • Oppose Anti-Asian Rhetoric.
  • Support legislation to preempt discriminatory alien land laws.
  • Support legislation to teach AANHPI history in K-12 education.
  • Support mental health resources in our community.
• Civil Rights
  • Support voting rights legislation, such as the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
  • Support the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Support funding for legal services and public defenders.
• Immigration
  • Support the right to counsel for individuals navigating the immigration system.
  • Protect the rights of asylum seekers.
• Judicial and Executive Nominations
   

 

Hotel

NAPABA has secured a room block at the Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol for Lobby Day participants. The unique booking link will be provided in your Lobby Day registration confirmation email.

Hyatt Place Washington, DC/US Capitol | $299 per night for a single/double room

• Cut-off Date: The cut-off date is Friday, May 3, 2024 at 5:00 pm ET. After the cut-off date or after the NAPABA room block has been filled, rooms may still be available, but may be sold at the prevailing hotel rate. 
• Taxes & Fees: a 15.95% tax fee per night will apply. 
• Cancellation: Guests must cancel their own reservations at least 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night cancellation charge. Cancellations must be made directly with the hotel. NAPABA does not manage cancellations or modifications to hotel reservations.
• Check-in Time: 3:00 pm ET | Check-out Time: 12:00 pm ET 

Stipend Application

Stipend Rules

• To be eligible for the Lobby Day stipend, you must be a current member of NAPABA. If you are unsure about your NAPABA membership, sign in to your NAPABA member profile here. All questions related to membership may be directed to membership@napaba.org.
• Application deadline is Friday, March 15, 2024. Applicants will receive a stipend status notification by Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
• Stipends are non-transferable.
• Group applications will not be accepted.
  
• All stipends will be awarded in the form of a reimbursement, which will be disbursed after Lobby Day has concluded. Stipend recipients will receive a reimbursement form to be completed by Friday, May 31, 2024, and submitted along with copies of receipts.
• Submission of a stipend application is not a guarantee of assistance. Decisions are final and are not subject to appeal.

• NAPABA will only reimburse the following items:
  • Reasonable round-trip travel via air, rail, or bus within the United States. Upgrades and bag fees will not be reimbursed.
  • Travel to/from Lobby Day by personal car: mileage per the GSA mileage rate. Gas, tolls, car maintenance or damages will not be reimbursed.
  • Travel to/from Lobby Day by rental car: reasonable rental fee and gas only. Premium or luxury car rentals, upgrades, tolls, car maintenance, or damages will not be reimbursed.
  • Ground transportation (Uber, Lyft, or taxi) going between the airport, train station, or bus station and the Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol hotel where NAPABA has obtained a block rate.
  • Lodging: only charges equal to or less than the Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol hotel’s $299 block rate obtained by NAPABA will be reimbursed. Upgrades, room service, or additional services will not be reimbursed.

Schedule

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Training | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET at Jones Day (300 New Jersey Ave. NW)

During this training, experts will go over the issues and conduct a workshop on lobbying skills to help prepare you. This will also be an opportunity for participants to ask the experts questions.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Congressional Reception | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET at Russell Senate Building

Join NAPABA members and community leaders from across the country as we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with members of Congress. The reception will bring together Lobby Day participants, members of Congress and their staff, and leaders in the AANHPI community. This is a widely attended event. The reception will take place at the Russell Senate Office Building. Click here to RSVP.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Work Session and Hill Visits | 9:00 am - 4:30 pm ET

We will review the basics of lobbying and prepare for meetings with legislators and staff. Participants will have the opportunity to meet in their lobbying groups and strategize with their team members. The times and locations of the Hill visits will vary based on individual schedules and locations of members' offices.

Debrief Reception | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET at Jones Day (300 New Jersey Ave. NW)

An opportunity for participants to reflect and give feedback on meetings and discuss next steps for when you get back home.

FAQ

Meeting Schedule

What time will my meetings be? How many meetings will I have?

Scheduling meetings on Capitol Hill can be very last minute. And even though we do our best, because of events outside of our control, meeting times may change. This also means we will not know your schedule or how many meetings you may be able to participate in until the week of Lobby Day.

Can I meet with my Senator and Member of Congress?

While we request the meeting with your elected officials, most meetings on Capitol Hill occur with their staff, who often are experts on the issues we will be discussing.

Attendance

Do I need to attend all the meetings scheduled for my state?

We encourage you to attend as many meetings as possible. We encourage at least two people from each state to attend each meeting.

Trainings

I have never attended an advocacy day before. Will I be ok?

There will be a training about visits and practical skills, in addition to the substantive issue training. NAPABA will provide you with the information you need to participate in a successful advocacy day. If you review the materials, participate in the training, and organize with your group beforehand, you should have a great experience.

Do I need to attend all the trainings?

You are required to attend the in-person training. We strongly recommend you meet with your group prior to your meetings to prepare.

State Captains

What is a State Captain? What are their expectations?

State captains will assist in coordinating other members from their states, ensure that at least two people from their state are able to attend each meeting, share state specific information with their teams in preparation for the meetings, and serve as a primary point of contact for NAPABA staff during meetings. State Captains will be supported by the NAPABA staff.

Housing Block

Is there a room block available?

NAPABA has secured a room block at the Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol. Additional information is available on the Hotel tab.