Legislative Summit

2026 Legislative Summit

Registration is now open!

Join Us at the NWC 2026 Legislative Summit
April 20-22, 2026 | Washington, DC

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the National Waterways Conference’s 2026 Legislative Summit. The NWC Legislative Summit connects stakeholders across all areas of the water infrastructure community to discuss federal policies, programs, and priorities shaping the nation’s water resources infrastructure. Attendees range from non-federal sponsors, industry leaders, ports, water supply and flood control districts, hydropower producers, engineers, contractors, and representatives from federal agencies and Capitol Hill.

Draft Agenda

The summit will be held on April 20-22, 2026 at The Hamilton Hotel, 1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005.

Members!!! The early bird gets the worm… or better deals! By registering today, you’ll get access to a special, early bird registration rate!

Registration rates:

Early Bird (Member): $699 (until March 2, 2026)
Regular (Member): $950
Non-Member: $1175
For Federal Government rates, contact Cherise Green at cherise@waterways.org.

NEW THIS YEAR: 24 HOURS OF PARNTERSHIP!

For the first time ever, NWC will collaborate with the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA) for a joint reception on Monday evening, April 20, followed by a shared day of programming on Tuesday, April 21. Don’t miss out on this special collaboration! Agenda will be available soon on our Legislative Summit Page.

(Note: the NWC Legislative Summit remains a freestanding event, with NWC programming on the afternoon on April 20 and the morning of April 22).

Location: The Hamilton Hotel

1001 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005

A local D.C. destination since 1922, Hamilton Hotel’s present is as storied as its past. With thoughtful amenities, exclusive partnerships, and a unique approach to service, every stay is a new chapter in Hamilton history.

Take advantage of our exclusive room rate: $299/per night. Book early to secure your accommodations before the block ends on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Hotel booking link will be provided with confirmation email.

REGISTER HERE

Legislative Summit

Be part of the 2026 Legislative Summit.

Sponsor recognition details coming soon.

Always located in Washington, DC, this meeting takes place in the early spring. The event focuses on congressional regulatory and administrative policies within the water resources realm. Many participants find this a good time to meet with congressional offices.

Speakers are selected for their high-level knowledge of congressional and regulatory actions.