Laying the Groundwork: Communicating with Elected Officials

The 90th Texas Legislative Session opens on January 12, 2027, and it promises to be a very busy session for Texas libraries. Now, before session starts, is a critical time to connect with your members of the Texas Senate and Texas House of Representatives. This is an opportunity to build awareness of the amazing work that libraries of all types are doing across the state, and how important they are to communities. Where do you start? What is the best way to become a valued resource for your elected officials? How do you make that first call or get through that door? Our experts will share tips and insights into how to confidently make those important connections with your elected officials as we lay the groundwork for our work during the 2027 Legislative Session. Free for members, $40 non-members Register