Navigating Under the Dome Agenda

Trenton Marriot Downtown, Mercer Room 9:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Light refreshments and coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m. and programming will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. Steve Lonegan, AFP-New Jersey State Director Opening Remarks: The importance of citizen activist in the legislative process.

Mike Proto, AFP-New Jersey Communications Director Tutorial on navigating the state legislative website.

Frank Parisi, Office of Legislative Services Principal Research Analyst Learn from the experts as Mr. Parisi discusses the role of OLS in helping legislators write and draft legislation.

Lou Crescitelli, Chief of Staff for Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose (R-24) Mr. Crescitelli will discuss what the legislative process is like for Trenton lawmakers after a bill hits a legislators desk i.e., what happens next, how they handle lobbyists, and how you can best influence them.

Laquan Austion, AFP-New Jersey Field Director Learning about the legislative process and grassroots training.

Mike Proto, AFP-New Jersey Communications Director Midterm Taxpayer Scorecard rollout.

State House, Caf NJ 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

Luncheon with Legislators Activists will enjoy a special luncheon at Caf NJ in the State House where they will hear from several New Jersey legislators. (Caf NJ is located on Level 3 between the State House and State House Annex. Security check-in required for Sate House visitors)

State House 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.

Professional State House Tour Enjoy a professionally guided tour of the State House and learn about its history, art and architecture. Tours will be available from 1- 2p.m. and 2 -3 p.m.

State House Annex 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.

Committee Hearings With the Legislature in session, activists will have the opportunity to see the legislative process in action by attending various committee hearings taking place in the State House Annex.

Trenton Marriott Downtown 1 West Lafayette Street Trenton, New Jersey 08608 (Click for map)

Important Note on Parking: Please plan to arrive by 9:00 a.m. minutes prior in order to find parking. Parking in the garage adjacent to the hotel on Lafayette Street is additional. Rates currently in effect are 2 hours = $6.00, 4 hours = $8.00, 12 hours = $10.00. Limited free parking is located in the Capitol Complex Garage accessed from either from the rear entrance to the State House off Rte. 29 or in the front along West State Street. Metered parking is available on West State Street. For security clearance to enter the State House please also be prepared to show identification. Visit Americans for Prosperity-New Jersey at: www.americansforprosperity.org/new-jersey