february 24-25, 2026 | Washington, d.c.
Make Your Voice Heard Where it Matters Most
Join your essential hospital peers in Washington, D.C., Feb. 24–25, for the Federal Advocacy Assembly.
Make your voice heard where it matters most. The Federal Advocacy Assembly is your opportunity to amplify the priorities of essential hospitals and gain the insights and tools you need to secure critical support for your health system and patients.
Why now?
Congress is setting its agenda for the second session of the 119th Congress, and health care funding decisions are on the horizon. The Federal Advocacy Assembly positions you at the forefront of these discussions—shaping reimbursement, funding, and care access for communities in need.
Your advocacy has never been more essential. Help us send a clear and united message to members of Congress: Essential hospitals need their support now.
Who Should Attend?
Hospital CEOs and other executive staff, government relations professionals, and members of America’s Essential Hospitals’ boards.
Front-line caregivers who can share how essential hospitals break down barriers to care. We encourage you to bring clinical colleagues, including physicians, nurses, and other care professionals.
Meeting Scheduling
We encourage attendees to schedule their own meetings with lawmakers and their staff in advance of Feb. 25, as direct communication helps secure appointments. For questions, contact Julia Grady Cecil, junior legislative affairs manager, at jgrady@essentialhospitals.org. If you cannot arrange an in-person meeting, consider connecting with your congressional delegation virtually after returning home.
Speakers
Alex Campau, JD
Managing Director and Director of Health Policy, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
Hotel Information
The Dupont Circle
1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202.483.6000
The deadline to reserve a room at the America’s Essential Hospitals special rate of $259 is Monday, Feb. 2. Rooms could sell out before this deadline, so make your reservation today.
Questions?
Email us at events@essentialhospitals.org.
Upcoming Meetings
VITAL2026
Wednesday, June 10 – Friday, June 12
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown | Minnesota
Accessibility
America’s Essential Hospitals is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you require accommodations to participate in this event, you may request them during conference registration or email events@essentialhospitals.org by Feb. 17 to ensure proper coordination and arrangement of your request.