Experience advocacy in action in the nation’s capital—your voice, your impact.
March 7-9, 2027 | Washington, D.C.
Join SNA’s Legislative Action Conference in the nation’s capital and experience advocacy in action—where your story can influence real change for students nationwide.
Registration will open soon!
Event Details
Every Voice becomes
SNA’s Legislative Action Conference (LAC) is one of the most highly anticipated and informative conferences each year. LAC offers attendees the opportunity to experience firsthand the inner workings of the democratic process, learn about current legislative and regulatory challenges facing school nutrition and advocates directly with their legislators.
Need help getting approval to attend LAC27? Use our Dear Supervisor letter template to outline the benefits of attending and make a strong case to your boss!
SNA Political Action Committee Booth
With your help, SNA’s Political Action Committee (SNA PAC) works to support, educate and thank Congressional members who are involved and passionate about SNA issues. Bring your questions and stop by the PAC table at LAC to learn more about how crucial your support is in helping to meet the PAC goals.
Courtesy Policy
Please be courteous to other attendees and speakers. and silence all cellular phones and electronic devices during conference sessions.
Location
J.W. Marriott Washington D.C.(opens in new tab)
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
Click Here for the LAC27 Scheduling Details(opens in new tab)
Questions? Reach out to meetings@schoolnutrition.org.
Key Takeaways from LAC 2026
Clear Voices. Bold Action
LAC was the conference that empowered attendees to speak up, build meaningful connections, and drive real change for students and school meal programs nationwide. Participants gained the knowledge, confidence, and tools to navigate federal policy and bring their message directly to Capitol Hill—where their voices made a difference.
From learning about key legislative challenges to meeting directly with lawmakers, LAC turned experience into action and passion into impact.
Future Meetings
| Location | Dates |
|---|---|
| Washington, D.C. | March 7-9, 2027 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 5-7, 2028 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 4-6, 2029 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 3-5, 2030 |