Every spring, ASCE holds its Legislative Fly-In Program in Washington, D.C, an intensive two-day program that provides participants with an inside look at the political process.
In 2012, over 160 ASCE members attended briefings on transportation authorization and natural hazards mitigation research, civil engineering issues pending in Congress. Participants made visits to over 350 Congressional offices to educate and lobby elected officials and their staff on these issues.
Plan to attend the 2013 Legislative Fly-In, March 19-21
Any ASCE member interested in walking the halls of Capitol Hill and learning firsthand how policy is crafted would benefit from this program. Information on attending the 2013 Legislative Fly-In will be available on this webpage in November 2012.
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DOT Secretary Ray LaHood addresses ASCE members during the 2012 Legislative Fly-In
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Pennsylvania ASCE members visit with Rep. Charles Dent (R-PA-15) during the 2012 Legislative Fly-In
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For previous Fly-In attendees
Share your experiences with your fellow ASCE members – ASCE Government Relations can provide a PowerPoint presentation and other materials for you to share with other ASCE members interested in joining ASCE grassroots efforts. Perfect for presenting at a Section, Branch or Region meeting, student chapter meeting, or brown bag lunch at work. Contact ASCE Government Relations and provide:
- Date of presentation
- Approximate number of expected attendees
- Address where you would like to receive materials
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Follow-up on Congressional Meetings
"Homework" Information for Legislative Fly-In attendees:
The ASCE Legislative Fly-In is not your typical conference! You will work hard to learn about issues in Congress that affect the profession of civil engineering and then present those issues to your elected officials on Capitol Hill. Engaging in a little advance “homework” to get familiar with these topics will help you feel more comfortable and also make you a better advocate for ASCE.
Issue Briefs
Helpful issue links to review:
For Fly-In Participants (but Fly-In @ Home participants might also find some of these interesting and/or useful):
Materials to help you navigate the meeting:
Materials for effective meetings:
Click & Connect with Congress:
- Click on the “Elected Officials” section at the top of the page to learn about your elected officials
- Fly-In @ Home Participants: Visit to learn background on the issues and write to your elected officials
To find information on your Representative please go to www.house.gov and use the drop-down box to find your Representative
To find information on your state's Senators please go to www.senate.gov and use the drop-down box to find your state
Click here to view facts on your state's infrastructure from ASCE's 2009 Report Card for America's Infrastructure
For additional information contact:
Government Relations Department
101 Constitution Avenue, NW
Suite 375 East
Washington, D.C. 20001
Phone: 202-789-7850
Fax: 202-789-7859
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