TYSA staff will be briefed on up-to-date information on legislation, how the Administration and Congress are shaping substance abuse prevention policy affecting the coalition, and what else is happening on Capitol Hill. Participants will interact with key Hill staffers and hear from congressional leaders! CADCA also will present Congressional Leadership Awards to recognize outstanding members of Congress who have championed legislation and strategies to protect and enhance the federal role in substance abuse prevention, education, treatment and research.

Following morning meetings, participants will attend a rally on Capitol Hill and then report to meetings with congressional representatives.