Comfortable Shoes and Other Things to Remember

What to Wear

Deciding what to wear to the event may seem like a daunting task but it really doesn’t need to be.
Business casual is the approach to take. You’ll want to avoid jeans and sneakers. Most importantly, you’ll want to be wearing comfortable shoes. 

For men: slacks and a button down shirt (tie optional).
For women:  slacks or skirt and a blouse.

Handy to Bring Along

- Maps and directions – These can be downloaded here.
- A notepad and pen.
- Pictures or samples of your products. If you bring actual samples, make sure they’re compact. These can be taken along to meetings with legislators to show examples of your work and strengthen your position. If you’re not able to carry your samples when traveling, arrange to have them sent to your hotel, for Tuesday (3/31) delivery.
- Testimony from customers.
- If you’re bringing your children- drawing supplies or other things that will keep them busy.

If you will be checking out of your hotel the day of the event be sure to leave your luggage with the concierge. There will be no place at the event to store your luggage.

Restricted Items

Food and beverages of any kind may not be brought into the Capital Visitors Center. Cameras are allowed, as are strollers. For complete information on what is and is not restricted visit this page.

ALA: U.S. Rep Fortenberry’s Legislation Will Protect Books from Regulation

Today from the ALA’s Washington Office District Dispatch:

Nebraska congressman introduces bill to amend consumer safety act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Jenni Terry

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Library Association (ALA) supports legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (R-Neb.) yesterday to amend the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to exempt ordinary books from the lead limit within the act.  This is a welcome step toward ensuring libraries will not be adversely affected by the law.

To read the entire article, click here.