March 3-4, 2026

Join hundreds of like-minded advocates from across the nation traveling to Washington to:

  • Learn how to talk about pharmacy issues;

  • Attend NACDS-scheduled Congressional meetings; and

  • Impact how Congress views pharmacy and the positions for which we advocate.

Student Pharmacy Advocates

Selected students can train to become the next generation of pharmacy advocates. The March 3 NACDS RxIMPACT “U” Academy provides students with a ½-day training before Hill meetings to learn about Congress, how to communicate to influence policy outcomes, and discuss key pharmacy issues. Students put it all into practice by joining all other pharmacy advocates in the full program.

Student Registration

All Other Pharmacy Advocates

CEOs, VPs of pharmacy, practicing pharmacists, state association leaders, and other pro-patient, pro-pharmacy advocates join in this day-and-a-half event. Arrive by 6:30 p.m. on March 3 to meet fellow advocates at a reception and dinner. Advocates gather March 4 at 7:30 a.m. for a breakfast briefing, followed by Capitol Hill appointments, lunch, and a closing reception.

Advocate Registration

Capitol Hill Meetings

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By sharing home & work details we increase meeting opportunities.

Teams

You will be assigned to a team to attend approximately 5 meetings as a group.

Team Leader

Each team has an experienced leader who has been to Capitol Hill.

Instructions

Before the event you’ll be introduced to your team via email.

Meetings

NACDS makes Capitol Hill appointments on your behalf.

Schedule

Schedules will be shared ahead of the event.

Logistical Information

Hotel

Hyatt Regency Washington
400 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20001

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct all other questions to
NACDS’ William Tighe.

Flights

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest airport to the event.

Although further away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are other additional options.