About Congressional Action Days
Bring your business’s story to Capitol Hill. Join growers, wholesalers, florists, suppliers and manufacturers in Washington, D.C., March 9–10, 2027, for SAF’s Congressional Action Days. Together, we’ll help lawmakers understand the floral industry’s contributions, challenges and priorities.
- Get informed: Learn about key issues affecting your business through briefings with SAF’s advocacy team.
- Make your voice heard: Share your experiences with congressional offices during pre-arranged Capitol Hill meetings.
- Build connections: Connect with floral professionals from across the industry and strengthen relationships that support year-round advocacy.
If you have any questions about Congressional Action Days, please contact Laura Weaver Kern (lweaver@safnow.org).
Location and Travel
March 9-10, 2027
Hotel Information
The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City
Congressional meetings will take place on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Book Your Room
Book Your Room in SAF’s Room Block →
To reserve by phone, call 1-800-422-2410 and reference “Society of American Florists Spring Meetings and Congressional Action Day.”
Transportation to Hotel
Dress Code
Congressional Action Days 2027 Schedule of Events
Tuesday, March 9
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
CAD Welcome and Issues Briefing
Find out how to talk about the key issues affecting the floral industry. During this session you’ll learn the issues and talking points you’ll deliver in your Congressional appointments.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
SAFPAC Dinner
Wednesday, March 10
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast at Cornerstone Government Affairs Office
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Briefing and Issues Refresh
9:00 AM
Depart for Capitol Hill
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Congressional Appointments
This is your chance to tell lawmakers about how laws and regulations affect your business. Wear comfy dress shoes, and we’ll give you a wearable flower and take you to Capitol Hill to visit congressional offices as part of your state or regional delegation.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch on Your Own
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Congressional Appointments
This is your chance to tell lawmakers about how laws and regulations affect your business. Wear comfy dress shoes, and we’ll give you a wearable flower and take you to Capitol Hill to visit congressional offices as part of your state or regional delegation.
