Dora L. Hughes, MD, MPH, Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee, United States Senate, Senate Hart Building, Rm 527, New York, NY 10021, 202-224-7675, Dora_Hughes@Labor.Senate.Gov

This presentation will provide participants with helpful strategies to engage legislative staff on Capitol Hill. Strategies will include how to “tailor” a message, partner with key legislative staff and members, and assist in development and introduction of legislation. In addition, the discussion will include a brief overview of the legislative process and a few “real world” examples of successful advocacy efforts.

Learning Objectives:

• Increase knowledge of the legislative process.
• Increase the effectiveness of advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.