Washington Conference
A Powerful Voice on Capitol Hill
The Annual Washington Conference brings together Legionnaires for critical discussions with lawmakers, informative sessions with members of Congress and VA leadership, and insights on legislative priorities from the National Commander. The National Commander will also address attendees on legislative priorities during the National Commander’s Rally.
Information for Attendees
2026 Legislative Agenda
The Legion’s key priorities for the 119th Congress are focused on several issues that impact veterans, service members, and their families, including PACT Act implementation and oversight, suicide prevention and mental healthcare access, military quality of life, paying the US Coast Guard in the event of a government shutdown, modernizing the military's Transition Assistance Program (TAP), and more.
Read the full 2026 American Legion Legislative Agenda for the 119th Congress, 2nd Session:
2025 NATIONAL COMMANDER'S TESTIMONY
American Legion Past National Commander James LaCoursiere Jr. testified before a joint session of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans Affairs on February 26, 2025, delivering some of the organization’s areas of focus on its legislative agenda.
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2026 Legislative Point Papers
One-page briefings on each of the 2026 American Legion Legislative Priorities are coming soon. Check back for updates. -
2026 Commander's Call Agenda
The Agenda for the 2026 Commander's Call is coming soon. Check back for updates. -
Grassroots Action Center
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