Description

NCIA is heading back to Washington, D.C. May 12–14 for the 14th Annual Cannabis Industry Lobby Days, the industry’s most important opportunity to shape federal policy together. 

The 14th Annual Cannabis Industry Lobby Days arrive at a moment when decisions are actively being formed. Federal agencies are preparing for potential rescheduling. Congressional priorities are in motion. Election-year dynamics are already influencing what moves and what stalls. This is when presence matters. Not commentary from the sidelines, but informed, coordinated engagement inside the halls of Congress.

Why Attend

Over several days in D.C., participants will:

• • Engage directly with lawmakers and congressional staff while policy is still taking shape
• • Deliver consistent, credible messages rooted in operational experience
• • Strengthen relationships across the industry and with long-term allies
• • Contribute to a unified strategy that reflects the realities of regulated cannabis

What to Expect

• • Advocacy training and policy briefings that prepare you to lead with confidence
• • Structured teams and scheduled meetings with congressional offices
• • Direct engagement with decision-makers and the staff who influence outcomes
• • Opportunities to connect with peers who understand what is at stake

Event Schedule

May 12, 2026

• 4:30 - 6:30 PM - Opening Reception

May 13, 2026

• 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Class Photo

• 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM - Congressional Meetings

• 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Closing Celebration

May 14, 2026

• 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Congressional Meetings

The 14th Annual Cannabis Industry Lobby Days, taking place May 12–14, are open to all, welcoming operators, advocates, and allies to align around federal priorities. Participation ensures direct access to congressional meetings, coordinated advocacy teams, and the tools needed to engage policymakers with confidence.

This is not about a single bill or issue, or even one moment in time. It is about building durable influence, protecting the progress already made, and ensuring the next phase of federal cannabis policy reflects the realities of regulated operators across the country.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring this year’s Lobby Days and Stakeholder Summit? Contact sponsorship@thecannabisindustry.org to be part of the industry’s most consequential advocacy gathering.