| REGISTRATION |
| Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Ticonderoga Foyer, Ballroom Level |
| 4/17/2012 3:00 PM - 4/17/2012 5:00 PM |
Pick up meeting materials and “leave-behind” folders for Congressional visits. |
| WELCOME DINNER/CONGRESSIONAL AWARDS |
| Canadian Embassy, 501 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW |
| 4/17/2012 7:00 PM - 4/17/2012 10:00 PM |
Join colleagues from around the country for a relaxing Reception starting at 5:30pm followed by the Welcome Dinner at 7:00pm at the Canadian Embassy. The Reception and Dinner are one ticketed event ($125) and are currently sold out.
ABA President Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III will present the Congressional Justice Awards to selected Members of Congress in attendance in appreciation for their specific efforts to improve the American justice system. The following Members of Congress are being honored with the Justice Award this year:
Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX)
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC)
Senator Jack Reed (D-RI)
Senator Patty Murray (D-WA)
Representative Hal Rogers (R-KY)
Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD) |
| REGISTRATION |
| Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Regency Foyer, Ballroom Level |
| 4/18/2012 7:15 AM - 4/18/2012 10:00 AM |
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| OPENING SESSION |
| Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Regency A, Ballroom Level |
| 4/18/2012 7:45 AM - 4/18/2012 9:20 AM |
A hearty/healthy Buffet Breakfast will be served starting at 7:15 a.m. The Program will be starting by 7:45 am. Please consider sitting with other ABA Day Participants from the same State, as designated by the placards on each table.
- WELCOME TO WASHINGTON:
William C. Hubbard, Chair, "ABA Day" Planning Committee; Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- REMARKS BY THE ABA PRESIDENT:
Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III, ABA President
- LEGISLATIVE TRAINING/ISSUES BRIEFING:
This plenary session will address the legislative priorities that will be the primary focus of our Hill Visits.
- CALL TO ACTION:
Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III, ABA President
- CLOSING REMARKS:
William C. Hubbard, Chair, "ABA Day" Planning Committee; Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP |
| FINAL HILL VISIT PREPARATIONS (Optional) |
| Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Regency A, Ballroom Level |
| 4/18/2012 9:15 AM - 4/18/2012 10:00 AM |
Meet with colleagues from your State to discuss final preparations and strategies for your Hill visits. (No room change.) |
| HILL VISITS |
| Capitol Hill |
| 4/18/2012 10:00 AM - 4/18/2012 5:30 PM |
The ABA strongly encourages ABA Day participants to work with their State Captains to visit as many Members of Congress as time permits, including your own Senators and Representative, in particular, as well as others with whom you may have a close relationship. Be sure to schedule your last appointment for no later than 5:00 p.m. to ensure your arrival at the Reception at 5:45 p.m. Award presentations are expected to begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. See TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION below. |
| "ABA HEADQUARTERS ON THE HILL" |
| Cannon House Office Building Caucus Room |
| 4/18/2012 11:00 AM - 4/18/2012 5:00 PM |
Stop by the ABA's "Headquarters on the Hill" between or after meetings with your Members of Congress. Please take this opportunity to submit your Hill Visit Reports online, or drop off your written "Hill Visit Report Forms." Beverages and snacks will be served. |
| CAPITOL HILL RECEPTION |
| The Supreme Court Building, 1 First St, NE |
| 4/18/2012 6:00 PM - 4/18/2012 8:00 PM |
Please bring your government ID to the Supreme Court. You must have RSVP'd for this event in order to gain entrance.
ABA President Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson and ABA Day Planning Committee Chair William C. Hubbard will present the 2012 Grassroots Advocacy Awards to the following organizations and individuals:
George Cauthen (SC)
L. Jonathan Ross (NH)
Betty Balli Torres (TX)
The State Bar of Michigan
The Supreme Court of Texas |
| DINE AROUND TOWN |
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| 4/18/2012 8:15 PM - 4/18/2012 11:00 PM |
Washington, DC offers an extensive array of fine dining. Take advantage of this opportunity to have dinner with bar colleagues from across the country. Visit www.opentable.com to plan your evening. The ABA Day Travel page also has information on a variety of local restaurants. |
| BREAKFAST BRIEFING |
| Russell Senate Office Building, Kennedy Caucus Room |
| 4/19/2012 8:00 AM - 4/19/2012 9:30 AM |
Join our ABA Leaders and special guest, White House Counsel Kathryn Ruemmler, for breakfast. White House Counsel Kathryn Ruemmler will be speaking during this event. Please schedule your first Hill Visit accordingly to allow you to remain for the presentation. |
| HILL VISITS, continued |
| Capitol Hill |
| 4/19/2012 10:00 AM - 4/19/2012 5:00 PM |
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| "ABA HEADQUARTERS ON THE HILL" |
| Cannon House Office Building Caucus Room |
| 4/19/2012 11:00 AM - 4/19/2012 3:00 PM |
Stop by the ABA's "Headquarters on the Hill" between or after meetings with your Members of Congress. Please take this opportunity to submit your Hill Visit Reports online, or drop off your written "Hill Visit Report Forms." ABA GAO staff will be available to answer your questions and provide additional briefing materials. Refreshments will be served. |