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2026 Directors Forum & Federal Policy Symposium

Organized by National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS)

Join NASDDDS for our Annual Federal Policy Symposium, a focused and high-impact gathering designed to equip state IDD leaders with the insight and strategy needed to navi...

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Dates: Jun 15-17, 2026
Location: Arlington, VA
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About this conference

Join NASDDDS for our Annual Federal Policy Symposium, a focused and high-impact gathering designed to equip state IDD leaders with the insight and strategy needed to navigate today's rapidly evolving federal landscape. Building on the momentum of the Directors Forum, this year's symposium delivers targeted content addressing the most pressing federal policy issues shaping state HCBS systems. Federal partners, national policy experts, and trusted colleagues will break down congressional activity, federal rulemaking, executive actions, administrative guidance, rural health transformation developments, and emerging state challenges, translating complexity into clear, actionable analysis. Attendees will gain practical strategies for responding to the impact of the Access Regulation, H.R.1, and other critical policy shifts while maintaining focus on system priorities, sustainability, workforce stability, and person-centered outcomes. Sessions will also spotlight state leaders and real-world implementation examples, showcasing innovative approaches that are strengthening systems across the nation. Participants will leave with timely intelligence, peer insight, and concrete tools to confidently guide their states through change. The NASDDDS Directors Forum and Federal Policy Symposium will leave you informed, energized, and prepared to lead.

Sponsorship options

Various sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available for the 2026 Federal Policy Symposium. Sponsorship tiers range from General Conference Sponsor ($3,000) to Presenting Sponsor ($25,000), offering benefits such as logo placement, complimentary registrations, promotional video opportunities, and access to attendee lists. Exclusive sponsorships include Directors Reception Sponsor ($24,500), Evening at the Movies Sponsor ($22,000), Bar & Beverage Sponsor ($15,000), Directors Travel Sponsor ($15,000), Directors Lounge Sponsor ($12,000), NASDDDS Cares Booth Sponsor ($10,000), Directors Forum Smoothie Station Sponsor ($10,000), Networking Challenge Sponsor ($9,000), Registration Desk Sponsor ($6,000), Keycard Sponsor ($6,000), Conference Lanyard Sponsor ($5,000), Introvert's Dream Sponsor ($5,000), Breakfast Sponsor ($5,000), Health and Wellness Sponsor ($4,500), WiFi Sponsor ($4,000), Website and Program Sponsor ($4,000), Accessibility Sponsor ($4,000), Keynote Sponsor ($4,000), Energizing Break Sponsor ($4,000), and Notebook Sponsor ($3,500). In-person exhibitor spaces are also available at basic ($4,000), standard ($4,500), and premium ($5,000) rates, each including a booth area, table, and chairs.