NABE Governmental Relations Section Workshop
November 30-December 2, 2016 - Register Now

Registration is now open for the NABE ‎Governmental Relations Section Workshop in Washington, DC, November 30 - December 2, 2016. Accommodations will be at the Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel and programming will take place at the Hall of States Building.   In addition to post-election analysis, the agenda will give governmental relations professionals tips and best practices for their work with their home legislatures and updates on national issues.  

Agenda will be posted shortly.

Early registration at $360‎ is available through October 31.  On November 1, registration increases to $390. Registration and the housing block at the Liaison close on November 7. 

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