The healthcare policy landscape is evolving rapidly. Now is a critical time to ensure lawmakers fully understand the challenges you face in delivering quality care. More than ever, it’s essential that Members of Congress fully grasp the daily demands you face and the critical role you play as a caregiver in long term and post acute care.

Join us in Washington, DC this June 9th and 10th for a unique opportunity to personally connect with elected Members of Congress. With the support and guidance of AHCA/NCAL, you will be equipped with the tools and resources you need to effectively advocate for policies that directly impact our industry. 

In addition to gaining valuable insights into the latest legislative and policy developments, you'll have the opportunity to network with your colleagues, hear from prominent speakers, and earn Continuing Education credits. Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard—register for Congressional Briefing today and make plans to join us in Washington in June!
 
 

Registration

Attendee Eligibility

The conference is complimentary and only open to AHCA/NCAL members and AHCA/NCAL associate business members. You will be asked to log into your account before you can continue with registration.

REGISTER ONLINE


General Information

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS AND DIETARY NEEDS
We do our best to include vegan and gluten-free options at every meal. If you require any special accommodations or have any special dietary needs, please contact AHCA/NCAL at meetings@ahca.org.
 
SUBSTITUTIONS / CANCELLATIONS
If you are no longer able to attend the conference, please contact meetings@ahca.org as soon as possible to cancel your registration or substitute a colleague.

CONFERENCE ATTIRE
Business attire is suitable for all sessions, receptions, and hill visits. Please remember to bring a sweater or jacket for air-conditioned rooms.

HEALTH & SAFETY
With health and safety remaining a priority for our attendees, we ask that the following be observed:
  • Being up to date with current vaccines/boosters is preferred for all registered attendees.
  • Masks are worn at the discretion of the attendees.  
  • If you experience symptoms of a respiratory illness while onsite at the event, please wear a source control mask when around others indoors. Consider self-quarantine in your hotel room for 24 hours until symptoms resolve. If needed, please contact AHCA/NCAL staff (meetings@ahca.org) for a COVID-19 or flu test kit.
  • Follow all state, local, and private business health and safety measures that may be in place.


By registering for and/or attending the event, I acknowledge and agree that photographs, video, and other recordings of the event may be taken by AHCA/NCAL or parties acting on behalf of AHCA/NCAL and that these photographs, video, and other recordings may be used by AHCA/NCAL in any media now known or later invented for any purpose related to AHCA/NCAL’s mission, including educational, promotional, and awareness-related use. I give to AHC/NCAL unlimited permission to use my name, likeness, image, statements, and other information I may give to AHCA/NCAL whether through registration, at the event, or otherwise that may be necessary for AHCA/NCAL to make use of its rights in photographs, video, and other recordings.

Hotel Information

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Capital Hilton

1001 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 | (202) 393-1000

RESERVE YOUR HOTEL ROOM ONLINE


ROOM RATES & TAXES

The group room block has closed. If needed, you can to book directly with the Capital Hilton at the current prevailing rate; availability changes frequently, so check back often. If you’d like another nearby option, the Hyatt Place Washington DC/White House is just around the corner.

Reservation requests made after this hotel deadline will be based on availability at the prevailing rate determined by the hotel. Reservations must be accompanied by a first-night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card.

A deposit of one night’s room and tax is taken at the time of booking.

HOTEL RESERVATION CANCELLATIONS

The deposit is refundable up to 3 days prior to arrival. Cancellations after that time, and no-shows, will forfeit the first night’s room and tax.


When registering for any AHCA/NCAL committee meeting, conference, or convention, AHCA/NCAL staff cannot assist members, sponsors, or speakers with adding shoulder nights to hotel reservations. If a member, sponsor, or speaker wishes to add nights to their reservation, they must work directly with the hotel regarding availability and will be charged the prevailing rate for those nights.

‭(Hidden)‬ Katherine Clark

KatherineClark.jpgAs the second most senior member of the House Democratic Caucus, Katherine Clark will share insights and updates about the current legislative agenda. Proudly representing Massachusetts's 5th congressional district since 2013, her prominence is marked by an unwavering dedication to the lives of women and families. As one of only two women ever to serve as Whip, Clark currently holds the esteemed title of the highest-ranking woman in Congressional leadership.

‭(Hidden)‬ Richard Hudson
Richard Hudson.jpgRichard Hudson has served in Congress since 2013, representing North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District. He is a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee's Sub Committee on Health where he focuses on making healthcare more accessible and affordable. A champion of Social Security and Medicare protection and a strong supporter of the long term care profession, he was awarded the Guardian of Seniors' Rights Award by the 60 Plus Association.

‭(Hidden)‬ Jon Tester
Jon Tester.jpegU.S. Senator Jon Tester is a third-generation Montana farmer, a proud grandfather, and a former schoolteacher. He is the Chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee and Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. He also serves on the Senate Banking Committee, the Senate Commerce Committee, and the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.

Senator Tester has been an advocate for Long Term Care. He has led the fight in the Senate against the minimum staffing mandate, sending two letters to CMS. He is a cosponsor on Protecting American's Seniors' Access to Care Act (S. 3410/H.R. 7513), a bill stopping CMS from implementing the final rule.

‭(Hidden)‬ Senator Joe Manchin
​manchin.pngU.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) was sworn into the United States Senate on November 15, 2010 to fill the seat left vacant by the late Senator Robert C. Byrd.

From his days as a state legislator to his six years as Governor to his current role, Senator Manchin has always been committed to his philosophy of "retail government" — in other words, connecting with all of his constituents and making service to them his top priority.

As a Senator, Joe Manchin is committed to bringing this same spirit of bipartisanship to Washington. As he has done throughout his entire life, he remains committed to working with Republicans and Democrats to find commonsense solutions to the problems our country faces and is working hard to usher in a new bipartisan spirit in the Senate and Congress.

Senator Manchin currently serves as the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and also serves on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Senate Committee on Armed Services, and the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs - four critical committees that tackle the important work of addressing our nation's energy needs, overseeing discretionary spending, standing up for our Veterans, and defending our nation.

Agenda

Monday, June 9
  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Registration and Badge Pick-up

    Capital Terrace. CEU Forms Available

  • 10:30 am – 11:30 am
    Not for Profit Advocacy Session

    Federal Room

  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
    Council of States

    Presidential Ballroom

  • 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
    New Advocates Session

    Federal Room

  • 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Assisted Living Briefing

    Federal Room

  • 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Media Session - Stories that Resonate: Expanding Your Long Term Care Voice Beyond Capitol Hill

    South American

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Congressional Briefing

    Presidential Ballroom

  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Reception Honoring Joe Warner Patient Advocacy Award Recipients

    Congressional / Senate

  • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    PAC Platinum Plus Recognition Reception – By Invitation Only


Tuesday, June 10
  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Registration and Badge Pick-up

    Capital Terrace. CEU Forms Available

  • 7:00 am - 8:30 am
    Continental Breakfast

    Congressional / Senate

  • 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    Congressional Briefing

    Presidential Ballroom

  • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Congressional Visits
  • 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Debriefing & Refreshments

    Hawn 'n' Dove

    329 Pennsylvania Ave SE

    Lunch is served from 11:30 to 2:30 only.

Speaker

Howard Kurtz

Kurtz_Howard.jpgA Veteran Journalist - Not to Miss

With decades of experience in the media industry, Howard Kurtz offers invaluable perspectives on today’s media landscape. As the host of Media Buzz on FOX News, he covers a wide array of topics from politics to technology, business, and culture. Kurtz is also a frequent guest on programs like The O'Reilly Factor and Special Report. Before joining FOX News, he hosted CNN's Reliable Sources for 15 years. Additionally, Kurtz has held key roles as the Washington bureau chief for Newsweek and The Daily Beast, and as a media reporter at The Washington Post​.

Kurtz is the author of five books that explore the media's impact on politics, U.S. democracy, and major political issues in Washington. His most recent work, Reality Show: Inside the Last Great Television News War, offers an insightful look into the evolution of television news.

Joe Warner Award Recipients


Keg july 2016.jpgKathy E. Gallin is the Vice President of Legislative Affairs at Signature HealthCARE, where she has spent the past 18 years advocating for legislative and health care policy reforms impacting long term care at both the state and federal levels. With a distinguished career in health care spanning over 36 years, Kathy is widely recognized for her deep expertise in long term care policy and her steadfast commitment to advancing the needs of vulnerable populations. Her advocacy has led to critical policy changes, including spearheading efforts to increase the Personal Needs Allowance in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee—an initiative that continues to benefit residents across the nation. Kathy serves as a liaison with the American Health Care Association’s Council for Post-Acute Care and Legislative Committee, actively engaging in federal advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C. She is a recipient of the prestigious McKnight’s Women of Distinction Award and the Florida Health Care Association’s Arthur B. Harris Government Services Award, a testament to her leadership and impact in the profession.





JD Med.jpgJoseph DeMattos, a seasoned public affairs leader and former CEO, is a highly respected and accomplished government relations professional. Joseph previously served as the president and CEO of the Health Facilities Association of Maryland (HFAM), the state's largest and oldest long term care association at the time. Before that, he was senior state director for AARP Maryland, where he managed the Baltimore-based state office and oversaw statewide advocacy, community service, and educational initiatives. In 2024, Joseph DeMattos received The Maryland Daily Record's ICON Award, recognizing his enduring contributions and leadership. In 2022, he was honored with the National Part-Time Adjunct Professor of the Year Award by the Gerontological Society of America. He was also named one of The Maryland Daily Record's Top 30 Healthcare Leaders and a Maryland Leader in Healthcare by the Baltimore Business Journal. With extensive experience spanning non-profit leadership, private enterprise, and state government, Joseph’s impact in the health care industry has reached far and wide.

​Resources & Information

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Location & Date
Location: Capital Hilton, 1001 16th St NW, Washington DC
Date(s): June 9-10, 2025

CONTACT US
If you have questions or would like more information about Congressional Briefing​, please email us!​

‭(Hidden)‬ Sponsorships
Sponsorship opportunities available!

‭(Hidden)‬ Meet Your Member of Congress

We recommend that you set up your own meetings with your Members of Congress for Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Contact your state association to set up your Hill visits. Please let us know of your schedule of meetings by using this link: http://ssl.capwiz.com/ahca/lrm/feedback.tt?event=68334


We will then have materials ready for your visit and have an AHCA lobbyist attend with you if needed. If your state association is unable to help you, e-mail us at congressionalbriefing@ahca.org, and we can assist you to set up meetings with your Members of Congress.

‭(Hidden)‬ Continuing Education Credits

Individuals seeking approval for all other professional licensure must file independently and should contact Sarah Beistel at sbeistel@ahca.org for the materials needed.

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