CalChiefs Partners on 2026 Special Districts Legislative Days

CalChiefs is a proud Partner of the Special Districts Legislative Days, scheduled for April 7-8 at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento.

With affordability challenges at the forefront in 2026, this is a critical year to educate policymakers on the value of our shared priorities.

Major issues on the docket in Sacramento will impact the ability to best meet the needs of the communities we serve, including: 

• CEQA
• Revenue for Infrastructure
• Public Works Planning, Permitting, and Contracting
• Brown Act Open Meeting Requirements
• Artificial Intelligence and Automated Decision Systems
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Employment Practices and Workers’ Compensation

Agenda at a Glance
Subject to change

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 
8:00am – 6:30pm

8:00–8:30 A.M. Registration and Breakfast Buffet Line Opens 
8:30–9:30 A.M. Breakfast with Legislator of the Year 
9:30–11:00 A.M. State Legislative Update 
11:00–11:30 A.M. Advocacy Briefing 
11:30 A.M.–12:30 P.M. Lunch and Group Preparations 
12:30–1:00 P.M. Shuttles Depart to Capitol Annex Swing Space 
1:00–5:00 P.M. Legislative Office Visits 
•pre-arranged group visits in Legislative Offices 
5:00–6:30 P.M. Private Legislative Reception

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 
8:00am – 11:30am

8:00–8:30 A.M. Breakfast Buffet Line Opens 
8:30–10:30 A.M. Capitol Conversations: Insights from Public Policy Veterans 
10:30–11:30 A.M. Next Steps for Engaging Legislators and Your Community 
11:30 A.M. Closing

Register on or before March 6 for an Early Bird Discount!