2026 ANTI-HUNGER DAY AT THE CAPITOL

POLICY 101 TRAINING – FROM ADVOCACY TO ACTION

The Power of Advocacy: Why your voice is essential in the food security fight

The Legislative Lifecycle: From bill drafting and sponsorship to committee hearings and floor votes

Key Milestones: Understanding deadlines, fiscal notes, and the "bottlenecks" where bills often stall.

Executive Action: The role of the Governor or executive agencies in signing, vetoing, or implementing legislation

The Appropriations Process: How state funds are allocated and why a policy without funding is often just a "suggestion"

Testimony: Preparing for committee appearances and identifying the key players on financial committees

The "Elevator Pitch": Crafting a concise, data-driven narrative that connects policy to people

Building Coalitions: Leveraging partnerships with diverse stakeholders to broaden the reach of your message

Closing Q&A: Final thoughts

Call to Action: Build relationships with your district representatives and elected officials