66th Annual Washington Conference 2026

The 66th Annual Washington Conference serves as a powerful platform for Legionnaires to engage in critical discussions with lawmakers, members of Congress, and leadership from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD). Attendees gain insights into key legislative priorities from the National Commander. The 2026 agenda focuses on vital issues affecting veterans, service members, and their families, including PACT Act implementation and oversight, suicide prevention, mental healthcare access, military quality of life, ensuring US Coast Guard pay during government shutdowns, modernizing the military's Transition Assistance Program (TAP), and promoting veteran entrepreneurship. The conference also features a dedicated summit on integrating veteran small businesses into the defense industrial base, addressing supply chain resilience, workforce development, and public-private partnerships.