House Bootcamp: Committees, Procedures and Tactics
April 27, 2021
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Virtual
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Virtual
Want to expand your expertise and elevate your advocacy strategies for Congress? Join us for this deep dive into the workings of the U.S. House of Representatives. Our experts will provide an in-depth overview of the processes, procedures, and key committees of the House, as well as trends to expect from the current class.
Featured Topic & Speakers
In this program, you’ll gain insight into:
- Overview of how the House works
- The procedures, rules, traditions and norms of key House committees
- Insights into House leadership and trends to expect for the next two years
- Engagement strategies for building relationships and advancing policy goals through the House
Kellie Adesina
Director, Government Affairs
Bayer Crop Science
@Bayer
Kristina Dunklin
Senior Vice President
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
Francesca McCrary
Senior Vice President
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
Jim Tobin
Executive Vice President and Chief Lobbyist
National Association of Home Builders
Emily Wilkins
Congressional and Campaigns Reporter
Bloomberg Government
@emrwilkins
Adam Schank
Legislative Analyst Team Leader
Bloomberg Government
@Shank_A
This program is eligible for 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 Specialization credits toward the Certificate in Government Relations and Lobbying and 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management
Agenda
1:00-1:40 p.m. 117th House Introduction
We’ll kick things off by reviewing what makes the 117th House unique, including:
- An overview of freshmen class and dynamics
- Policies and trends to expect from the House over the next two years
- Advocacy strategies for influencing House leadership
- General trends to incorporate into your strategic planning
Jim Tobin
Executive Vice President and Chief Lobbyist
National Association of Home Builders
1:40-1:50 p.m. Break
1:50-3:00 p.m. House Deep Dive
In this session our experts will walk through the intricacies of the House with an advocacy focus in mind, such as:
- Outlining the processes, rules and norms that govern the House
- Defining key terms and roles so you’re prepared
- Overviewing the budget process, reconciliation and amendment process, so you’re prepared to explain the process to internal or external stakeholders
- Exploring the role Caucuses, the House, and federal agencies play in influencing the House
- Reviewing best-in-class lobbying tactics and compliance considerations
Kellie Adesina
Director, Government Affairs
Bayer Crop Science
@Bayer
Adam Schank
Legislative Analyst Team Leader
Bloomberg Government
@Shank_A
Emily Wilkins
Congressional and Campaigns Reporter
Bloomberg Government
@emrwilkins
3:00-3:10 p.m. Break
3:10-4:00 p.m. Working with Key House Committees
In this session our experts will give you the information and tools you need to navigate the linchpin of policies succeeding or failing in the House: committees. We’ll cover:
- An overview of key influential committees, such as Budget, Ways and Means, and Energy and Commerce
- The procedures, rules and norms you need to know before contacting Committees
- Advocacy tactics to increase the likeliness of the policy outcome you want to see
Kristina Dunklin
Senior Vice President
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
Francesca McCrary
Senior Vice President
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
4:00 p.m. Adjourn
Event Location
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Register
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- Non-Members: $499
Additional discounts may apply to this meeting. These discounts may include:
For multiple registrants: A discount will apply to the standard member/non-member rate for organizations that register two or more participants for the same meeting. The first registrant will pay full price, the second participant will receive a 10% discount and each additional registrant will receive a 15% discount. To register multiple participants, you may either register online or download the print and fax registration form.
Member discounts: Discounts for members are applied to all Public Affairs Council meetings.
Non-members: Join the Council today, and save by registering at the member rate and using the $200 new-member coupon you will receive. Contact our membership team for information about joining the Council.
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