The National Waterways Conference is the only national organization to advocate in favor of national policy and laws that recognize the vital importance of America’s water resources infrastructure to our nation’s well-being and quality of life. Established in 1960, NWC supports a sound balance between economic and human needs and environmental and ecological considerations.

The 2026 Legislative Summit, held in Washington, D.C., on April 20-22, 2026 was a very successful event filled with phenomenal speakers, insightful sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Latest Updates
NWC News Alert (July 1, 2026): House T&I WRDA 2026 Markup Delayed Amid Broader Floor Standoff
House T&I WRDA 2026 Markup Delayed Amid Broader Floor Standoff The House of Representatives began its July district work period earlier than expected yesterday after [...]
NWC News Alert (June 26, 2026): House T&I Committee Releases WRDA 2026 Draft
NWC NEWS ALERT: June 26, 2026 House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Releases WRDA 2026 Draft On Friday, June 26, the House Transportation and Infrastructure [...]
NWC News Alert (June 23, 2026): Navigating a Crowded Congressional Calendar
NWC NEWS ALERT (JUNE 23, 2026) Navigating a Crowded Congressional Calendar “No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of [...]
NWC News Alert (May 15, 2026): FY2027 appropriations moving, latest on WRDA, and more
NWC NEWS ALERT (May 15, 2026) Good morning NWC members, Below is a modified Federal Spotlight news alert with several timely updates from Capitol Hill. [...]










