National Library Legislative Day
Fifty years after the first National Library Legislative Day, ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy (PPA) team invites advocates to show up for America’s libraries on Capitol Hill for a two-day educational advocacy event.
The event will take place February 25-26, 2026, at the Marriott Courtyard Washington DC Downtown/Convention Center.
The event combines advocacy education, networking, and in-person meetings with your legislators and congressional staff on Capitol Hill.
Interest Form & Selection Process
- Action Required: You must have completed the Interest Form to be considered. (Interest form has now closed)
- Capacity & Balance: Capacity is limited to 235 people. We require your home and work zip codes on the form to ensure equitable state representation.
- Selection: Completing the Interest Form does not guarantee a spot. If selected, you will receive a registration link from ALA in December.
- Next Steps: We will also notify you if your application is declined due to an overabundance of applications from your state. For questions or updates, email nlld@alawash.org.
Fees and Lodging
- Registration Fee:
- $175 for ALA members.
- $245 for non-members (Not a member? Join ALA now).
- Hotel: We have secured a block of rooms at the Marriott Courtyard Washington DC Downtown/Convention Center for $299/night plus taxes and fees. Please check directly with the hotel for parking policies and fees.
What to expect
Attendees will be required to complete virtual trainings in advance (approximately 2 hours) and a possible virtual meeting with other members of your state delegation.
A portion of that training will be geared toward Telling Your Story (ALA members can view a pre-recorded webinar here.)
February 25, 2026: Briefing Day, 1pm-5pm
- Exchange advocacy stories
- Learn from policy experts
- Strategize for Hill Meetings
Coffee and light snack break provided.
February 26, 2026: Capitol Hill Day
- Meet with legislators and congressional staff on Capitol Hill
The ALA has contracted with Advocacy Associates to arrange all congressional meetings. Attendees will use their app to get:
- Up-to-the-minute details about each meeting.
- Contact information for each office.
- Documentation and talking points.
- Easy options for writing follow-up and thank you letters.
