Senator Coleman to provide welcome remarks and recognition to state employees from around the country who assist in supporting their respective state's legislatures. This includes security, sergeants at arms, facilities, and visitor services. Senator Coleman to honor the staff who are "behind the scenes" supporting state legislatures and the invaluable work they do.

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 55th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) will be held from Wednesday, September 16, 2026, through Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Washington, D.C. We invite you to join us at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for five days of exceptional programming and signature events, including the Day of Healing Prayer Breakfast, the National Town Hall, the Phoenix Awards, and renowned Black Party. ALC is the leading policy conference on issues impacting African Americans and the global Black community. Thought leaders, legislators and concerned citizens engage on economic development, civil and social justice, public health and education issues. Join subject-matter experts, industry leaders, elected officials and citizen activists to explore today's issues from a national and global Black perspective. For more information about ALC, email eventsupport@cbcfinc.org