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1 FROM THE PRESIDENT: IT STARTS HERE The School Nutrition Association s (SNA) 47th Annual Legislative Action Conference is quickly approaching, and I m hoping to see you among the hundreds of school nutrition professionals that come together to help shape federal nutrition policy and discuss the

2 AGENDA: FROM THE PRESIDENT: IT STARTS HERE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 The School Nutrition Association s (SNA) 47th Annual 8:00 Legislative am-5:00 Action pm Registration Conference is quickly approaching, 8:00 and am-12:00 I m hoping pm to SNS see Credentialing you among the Exam hundreds of school nutrition professionals that come together to 12:00 pm-5:00 pm SNA PAC Booth help shape federal nutrition policy and discuss the 1:00 pm-4:00 pm PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION Putting the Pieces Together: How to Build a First-Class Advocacy Operation Brad Fitch, President and CEO, Congressional Management Foundation SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 8:00 am-5:00 pm Registration & SNA PAC Booth 8:30 am-9:30 am Regional Legislative Meetings (open to all) 9:45 am-10:45 am BREAKOUT SESSIONS LAC 101: Strategies for Successful Hill Visits Unpaid Meal Charges: How to Best Serve Your Students and Your Program To Procure or Not to Procure That is the Question Mobilizing for State Legislative Success Industry Exchange, Part 1 (Industry only) State Agency Section Meeting, Part 1 (State Agency only) 11:00 am-12:00 pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS Group Purchasing Cooperatives: Should You Buy In? Directing Your Indirect Costs Winning Over the Public on School Meals Unpaid Meal Charges: How to Best Serve Your Students and Your Program (Repeat) Industry Exchange, Part 2 (Industry Only) State Agency Section Meeting, Part 2 (State Agency only) 12:15 pm-1:30 pm LAC Opening Luncheon 1:30 pm-2:30 pm KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Doris Kearns Goodwin Where Do We Go from Here: Leadership in Turbulent Times 2:30 pm-3:00 pm Book Signing: Doris Kearns Goodwin s Leadership in Turbulent Times 2:30 pm-3:00 pm Networking Break 3:15 pm-4:30 pm FIRST GENERAL SESSION: The Supply Chain: Challenges for Industry and Operators 4:45 pm-5:45 pm State Presidents and Presidents-Elect Meeting 4:45 pm-5:45 pm State Legislative Chairs Meeting 6:00 pm-7:00 pm State Group Capitol Hill Prep Meeting (1st Group)

3 AGENDA (cont d): MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 7:30 am-8:30 am LAC Buffet Breakfast 8:00 am-5:00 pm Registration & SNA PAC Booth 8:30 am-10:00 am SECOND GENERAL SESSION: USDA 2019 Update 10:00 am-10:30 am Networking Break 10:30 am-12:00 pm THIRD GENERAL SESSION: Reflections and Dysfunction on Capitol Hill: What Can We Expect With the New 116th Congress? Former Senator Tom Daschle and Former Senator Trent Lott 12:00 pm-2:00 pm Lunch On Your Own 2:00 pm-3:45 pm CLOSING GENERAL SESSION: Presentation of the SNA 2019 Position Paper and Charge to the Hill! 4:00 pm-5:00 pm State Group-Capitol Hill Prep Meeting (2nd Group) 5:30 pm-7:30 pm PARTY WITH A PURPOSE! Cocktail Reception (cash bar) CAPITOL STEPS Performance TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 8:00 am-5:00 pm Hill Visits Tuesday, February 26 DAY ON CAPITOL HILL This day is reserved for visiting U.S. Representatives and Senators on Capitol Hill. Bring your expertise, your passion and your stories to Washington, D.C., and take advantage of this annual opportunity to get your message across to your state s Congressional delegation. If you plan to attend LAC, contact your legislators offices now to schedule appointments for this day. This the most important school nutrition conference offered. I am working for my students, and this conference helps me receive knowledge [to serve them better], as well as share knowledge with legislators. It offers the nuts and bolts of the program. LAC 2018 Attendee

4 FROM THE PRESIDENT: SNA PRESIDENT: IT STARTS IT STARTS HERE HERE The School Nutrition Association s (SNA) 47th Annual Legislative The School Action Nutrition Conference Association s is quickly (SNA) approaching, 47th Annual and I m Legislative hoping to see Action you among Conference the hundreds is quickly of approaching, school nutrition and professionals I m hoping that to see come you together among to the help hundreds shape federal of school nutrition nutrition policy professionals and discuss the who come together to help shape federal nutrition policy and discuss the most pressing issues facing our programs. As experts in school nutrition who work every day to provide our nation s children with healthy and nutritious meals, SNA members are the most effective advocates for programs that improve the health of and reduce food insecurity for 30 million students each day. LAC is your opportunity to speak directly to your representatives, and work together with other SNA members from across the country to demonstrate to Members of Congress the importance of school meals programs for our students success both inside and outside the classroom. The lessons that you ve learned and the challenges that you ve faced in cafeterias, school districts and state agencies can help shape the debate in Washington, and at LAC you can be sure that your voice and message will be heard. At this year s conference, we hope to facilitate critical discussions about the national trends that are shaping school meal programs, as well as offer attendees opportunities to learn how to be the best advocates for their programs. General sessions at LAC 2019 will include a presentation by acclaimed presidential and political historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, and a bipartisan discussion with former Senators Trent Lott (R-MS) and Tom Daschle (D-SD). You can also look forward to breakout sessions designed to address pressing policy issues, a regulatory update from U.S. Department of Agriculture officials and networking opportunities for industry members and state agency staff. As the conference concludes, we ll present the SNA 2019 Position Paper and prepare to Charge to the Hill! I m excited to invite you to LAC 2019, and, on behalf of SNA s Board of Directors, I want to thank you for your efforts to stand up for our programs and the nutritional health and wellbeing of children across the country. Gay Anderson, SNS SNA President

5 KEYNOTES OPENING GENERAL SESSION Where Do We Go From Here: Leadership in Turbulent Times Sunday, February 24, 1:30 pm-2:30 pm Keynote Speaker: Doris Kearns Goodwin World-renowned presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin reflects on more than 150 years of U.S. history to put into context our current unprecedented presidency a fast-paced, unpredictable and, at times, impulsive Administration. By sharing her deep understanding of the ambition, resolution and resilience of some of our nation s most revered presidents, Goodwin explains how past setbacks and triumphs shed light on the cultural, economic and political transformations that define today s turbulent times. With a goal of educating and entertaining audiences, Goodwin brings to life some of our most successful presidents to provide insight for today s leaders, and to demonstrate that, however fractured our modern political culture has become, our democracy is also resilient and has survived even thrived through more troubling times in the past. Goodwin is the author of seven critically acclaimed and New York Times best-selling books, including her most recent, Leadership in Turbulent Times, which incorporates her five decades of scholarship studying Presidents Abraham Doris Kearns Goodwin Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt Pulitzer Prize winner and Lyndon Baines Johnson. Goodwin will sign copies of this book, which will also be available for purchase, following her presentation. Well known for her commentary on political topics, Goodwin is a frequent guest on broadcast and cable news networks. PHOTO CREDIT: ANNIE LEIBOVITZ

6 KEYNOTES THIRD GENERAL SESSION Reflections and Dysfunction on Capitol Hill: What Can We Expect With the New 116th Congress? Monday, February 25, 10:30 am-12:00 pm Speaker Panel: Former Senators Tom Daschle (D-SD) and Trent Lott (R-MS) This session will feature insights from former Senators Trent Lott and Tom Daschle, who led their parties in the U.S. Senate throughout the 1990s and forged a productive, bipartisan relationship. They ll offer their thoughts on the partisanship and polarization shaping Washington today, with a look to the new 116th Congress. Tom Daschle (D-SD) Former Senator Senator Tom Daschle has participated in the development and debate of almost every major public policy issue of the last three decades. Representing South Dakota, Daschle was one of the longest serving Senate Democratic leaders in history and one of only two to serve twice as both Majority and Minority Leader. Since leaving the Senate, Daschle has remained an active and learned voice among policy-makers. Senator Trent Lott represented the people of Mississippi in Congress for 35 years and is one of a handful of officials to have held elected leadership Trent Lott (R-MS) positions in both the House Former Senator of Representatives and Senate. During his years in the House and Senate, he worked closely with seven presidential administrations and was regarded as a savvy coalition builder and dealmaker.

7 PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER: HOW TO BUILD A FIRST-CLASS ADVOCACY OPERATION Saturday, February 23, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Speaker: Brad Fitch Congressional Management Foundation works with both citizens groups and Members of Congress to promote transparency, accountability and a strong dialogue between elected officials and their constituents. Fitch will help Brad Fitch you navigate the tricky CEO, Congressional process of building a Management Foundation relationship with elected officials, give you tools for influencing public policy and teach you how to craft your personal and professional stories into a compelling public policy advocacy campaign. You ll leave this three-hour pre-con boot camp with the expertise to set up an effective advocacy network in your state and bring your concerns to your elected officials from statehouses to the U.S. Congress. Fee: $120 I come to LAC to be energized for all that happens around legislative issues. It helps connect the dots between state and national issues. Hearing from other states makes us all more knowledgeable about what is happening all over our nation. LAC 2018 Attendee

8 SPECIAL SESSIONS & EVENTS SNS CREDENTIALING EXAM Saturday, February 23, 8:00 am-12:00 pm Ready to earn your School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) Credential? Take the exam at #LAC19. Registration, approval and payment must be made in advance and cannot be completed on site. Registration deadline: February 1, To register visit org/sns or Fee: Member $225; Non-member $325 BREAKOUT SESSIONS Sunday, February 24, 9:45 am-10:45 am Gain valuable insight into both political and program operation issues with these conference breakout sessions: LAC 101: Strategies for Successful Hill Visits; Unpaid Meal Charges: How to Best Serve Your Students and Your Program; To Procure or Not to Procure That is the Question; and Mobilizing for State Legislative Success. In addition, two-hour gatherings will address issues specific to industry and state agency personnel. Sunday, February 24, 11:00 am-12:00 pm Choose from three new sessions: Group Purchasing Cooperatives: Should You Buy In?; Directing Your Indirect Costs; and Winning Over the Public on School Meals OR join us for part two of the meetings for industry and the state agency personnel OR catch a repeat of Unpaid Meal Charges: How to Best Serve Your Students and Your Program. All are invited to Party With A Purpose to support the School Nutrition Foundation (SNF), its scholarships and programs. Monday, February 25 COCKTAIL RECEPTION 5:30 pm-6:30 pm PERFORMANCE 6:30 pm-7:30 pm The Capitol Steps began in 1981 as a group of Senate staffers satirizing the very people and places that employed them. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind performance by this talented group.

9 GENERAL INFORMATION SNA 2019 POSITION PAPER SNA s 2019 Position Paper will be available in January 2019 through the Legislative Action Center on SNA s website, as well as onsite at LAC. If you need a District or School Profile Sheet to complete and bring with you for your visits on Capitol Hill, call (800) and ask the SNA Service Center to fax one to you or visit districtprofiles. SNA POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE BOOTH With your help, SNA s Political Action Committee (SNA PAC) works to support, educate and thank Congressional members who are involved and passionate about SNA issues. Bring your questions and stop by the booth at LAC to learn more about how crucial your support is in helping to meet the PAC goals. CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs) SNA CEUs are aligned with USDA Professional Standards required annual training. Attendees can earn CEUs for training sessions at LAC that count toward SNA s Certificate Program, the SNS Credential renewal and USDA Professional Standards. An electronic training tracking grid will be available to help attendees track their training. CPEUs will also be available for RDNs and NDTRs. CONFIRMATIONS & ONSITE REGISTRATION All individuals registering for LAC 2019 before February 4, 2019 will receive confirmation via or mail upon processing. Plan to pick up your final program, badge and other materials at the SNA Registration Desk in the hotel. Onsite registrations also will be accepted at the onsite rates. ATTIRE Business attire is appropriate for LAC. You should bring appropriate professional attire and dressy, yet comfortable, shoes for your day on Capitol Hill. Washington weather at this time of year can be unpredictable, so be sure to pack for possible chilly or rainy conditions. For current weather forecasts, check PLANNING YOUR EVENING & LOCAL VISITS When planning your visit to the nation s capital, it s always best to plan ahead. Call the Marriott Marquis Concierge Desk at (202) for information on Washington, D.C. s attractions. Interactive maps of the city can be found at

10 HOTEL AND TRAVEL SNA s 47th LAC will be held at the stylish Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C., located on Massachusetts Avenue. The hotel is just one block away from Washington s Metro system (WMATA) and ideally located right downtown. Marriott Marquis D.C. 901 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, D.C Check in: 3:00 pm; Check out: 12:00 pm $302 single/double/triple/quad REMINDER: Conference registration is required before you will be allowed to reserve a room within SNA s discounted hotel room block. Whether registering online or by /mail/fax, after you ve submitted your payment and received your order confirmation, you will be given access to the Housing Reservation system, with a unique housing registration link tied to your individual registration. Don t delay! SNA s discounted room block will be released February 4, 2019, but may be sold out prior to that date. Room rates do not include a 14.5% city tax per room, per night. AIR TRANSPORTATION Your travel arrangements can be made by calling Corporate Traveler at (571) , ing sunny.ali@corporatetraveler.us or by going to SNA s online reservations system at fcm.travel/sna. Book early for best flight options and lowest fare availability. The closest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Please note that a $30 convenience/booking fee will be assessed when using Corporate Traveler. GROUND TRANSPORTATION The Marriott Marquis is 10 minutes from Reagan National Airport (DCA) and 1.5 miles from Union Station. To use SuperShuttle, call (800) or visit to make reservations. Fares are approximately $12 one-way from Reagan National Airport (DCA); $27 one-way from Dulles International Airport (IAD); and $35 one-way from Baltimore Washington International (BWI) Airport. Uber and Lyft are available for approximately $15 from DCA and approximately $45-$50 from IAD. Taxis are available at a rate of $20 one-way from DCA and $60-$90 one-way from IAD and BWI Airports. If you are taking the Metro from DCA, use the Yellow line toward Mt. Vernon Square-7th Street-Convention Center/Fort Totten and get off at Mt. Vernon Square-7th Street-Convention Center. The round-trip Metro fare is approximately $6.

11 47th LEGISLATIVE ACTION CONFERENCE Washington, D.C. Feb , 2019 Early Bird Deadline: January 04, 2019 (Please print clearly) Is this your first LAC? YES NO Update my contact information Membership No. Preferred Name on Badge Name Title (and/or Designation) Company/School District/Organization (No acronyms, please.) Mailing Address q Business OR q Home (Please check one.) City State Zip Business Phone Ext. Onsite Contact # (cell phone) Address Emergency Contact Name Home Phone # Cell Phone # Please check here to opt out your address from our published attendee roster. (*NOTE: Fill out a separate registration form for EACH attendee. See below for fees.) Registration Information and Fees: EARLY BIRD EB (rec d on or before 01/04/19); REGULAR RR (rec d on or before 01/31/19); ONSITE OS (rec d after 01/31/19). Check desired rate. Ways To Register: 1. WEB: Register online at 2. FAX: Credit cards and purchase orders only. We encourage you to register online or the SNA Member Care Center at servicecenter@schoolnutrition.org for a fax number or check the website. 3. MAIL: Send registration form & payment to: SNA, Accounting Dept., P.O. Box , Baltimore, MD Be sure to include the individual s name on the check stub or purchase order for proper payment credit. EB RR OS FS member/retired member $485 $535 $565 FS nonmember $535 $585 $615 Industry member $560 $610 $670 Industry nonmember $660 $710 $770 Patron (1st registrant) N/A N/A N/A State & Federal government $485 $535 $565 Family/Spouse* $425 $475 $475 College Student** $100 $150 $200 *Family/Spouse qualification applies to those individuals who are not in the industry. **Photocopy of VALID College ID must accompany Registration Form CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations will be assessed a $75 administrative fee. Cancellations must be made in writing and received by Jan. 31, NO REFUNDS will be made after Jan. 31, 2019 or for NO SHOWS. SNA is committed to making all meeting activities, including food and beverage, accessible to all attendees. Please your needs, including special dietary requirements, to meetings@schoolnutrition.org. NOTE: SNA s official show photographer will be taking pictures throughout LAC. By registering to attend LAC, you consent to the use of any of these images in which you may appear in for future SNA materials. Pre-Con Session Sat. 02/23: Putting the Pieces Together: How to Build a First-Class Advocacy Operation, 1:00-4:00 pm $120 Special Event Mon. 02/25, Party With A Purpose (to support SNF): Cocktail Reception (cash bar), 5:30-6:30 pm CAPITOL STEPS Performance, 6:30-7:30 pm N/C Registration Payment: 1. CHECK enclosed: payable to SNA (ck# ). 2. PURCHASE ORDER enclosed: (PO# ). 3. SELECT CREDIT CARD*: VISA MasterCard AMEX DISCOVER Billing Address/City/State/Zip (Enter the address as it appears on the billing statement) Credit Card Number Expiration Date Signature Print Name As It Appears On Card Date TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $ *Credit card orders cannot be processed without complete information. If registering by mail, please allow three weeks for processing. Confirmation of registration will be sent via immediately upon processing. For the most up-to-date LAC2019 information, visit: LACPR19

12 SNA LEGISLATIVE ACTION CONFERENCE 2019 KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA S CHILDREN: IT STARTS HERE FEBRUARY 24-26, 2019 Marriott Marquis, Washington, DC Early Bird Registration Deadline: January 4, S. Quincy Street Suite 700 Arlington, VA PRESORTED FIRST CLASS MAIL U.S. POSTAGE PAID PITTSBURGH, PA PERMIT NO. 5605