Hill Day

ASPET Capitol Hill Day

ASPET Capitol Hill Day
I loved my experience on the Hill, it gave me the chance to practice speaking to non-scientists about my work, and importantly showed me that our elected officials are interested in the work that we’re doing as pharmacologists.
ASPET Capitol Hill Day
It was a wonderful experience overall!
ASPET Capitol Hill Day

 

What Is Hill Day?

Capitol Hill Day is your opportunity to act and advocate for science funding by attending meetings with your elected officials.

Why Should You Participate?
  • Join others to strengthen ASPET’s advocacy efforts.
  • Learn, share and grow to become an engaged advocate for science.
  • Build relationships with Members of Congress and their staff.
How To Register?

Indicate your interest in attending the Hill Day on your ASPET 2024 Annual Meeting registration form. If you have already submitted your registration form, check the confirmation letter that was emailed to you when you submitted the form. Use the link in that email to check the Hill Day interest box.

Schedule of Events
  • Mid-March 2024 | Confirmation of Participation
  • Coming Soon | Virtual Training for All Hill Day Participants
  • Wednesday, May 15 7:00 am – 8:00 am ET | Breakfast for All Hill Day Participants
  • Wednesday, May 15 8:00 am – 5:00 pm ET | Hill Day
  • Wednesday, May 15 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm ET | Reception for All Hill Day Participants

FAQs

Do I need to be an annual meeting attendee?

Yes, the ASPET Capitol Hill Day is only open to ASPET members attending the 2024 Annual Meeting.

Do I need to be an ASPET Member?

Yes, the ASPET Capitol Hill Day is only open to ASPET members attending the 2024 Annual Meeting.

Will I be meeting with my elected officials on my own or will there be a guide?

You will be grouped with other Hill Day attendees from the same or nearby states.

What training will be provided for participants?

All participants will receive a recorded training session as well as all supporting documents needed within two weeks before the Hill Day. There will also be an open Q&A session with ASPET’s Government Affairs and Science Policy Department the week prior to the Hill Day.

 

Important Dates

May

16-19

ASPET Annual Meeting in Arlington, VA

May

19-20

ADDC/ASPET Colloquium

April

3-6

ASPET 2025 Annual Meeting
Portland, OR

May

17-20

ASPET 2026 Annual Meeting
Minneapolis, MN