Wednesday, June 24

NAfME Hill Day 2026

On June 24, 2026, nearly 300 advocates—from national leaders and state MEA representatives to collegiate students and NAfME partners—will return to Capitol Hill to support programs and policies that benefit music education programs, students, and educators.

This invitation-only event is part of our 2026 National Leadership Assembly. If you have received an invitation, please be sure to register using the link provided in recent NAfME event emails.

Be Prepared

Effective advocacy starts with knowledge and confidence. The resources below are designed to strengthen advocates’ understanding of key issues to help you prepare for meaningful engagement with decision-makers at Hill Day 2026.

These materials will equip you to advocate for funding and policies that expand student access to music education, support teacher recruitment and retention, and preserve the federal role in education.

  • Legislative Overview – A comprehensive list of legislation NAfME supports in the 119th(Coming Soon)
  • FY 2027 Programmatic Fact Sheet – An overview of programs and grants NAfME urges Congress to invest in for fiscal year 2027, including suggested funding levels. (Coming Soon)
  • Legislative Highlights – Arts Education – A brief summary of arts education-focused bills introduced in the 119th(Coming Soon)

We encourage all participants to review these resources in advance to make the most of their advocacy efforts at Hill Day 2026.

Additional Resources (Logistics)

Below are additional resources to help you navigate Capitol Hill with confidence:

Spread the Word

As advocates gather on Capitol Hill to support federal legislation and programs advancing high-quality music education, you can help amplify this effort. Participate in the 2026 Hill Day social media campaign by using the materials below to share your support before and during the event:

  • Coming Soon – Hill Day Social Media Toolkit (Sample Copy and Messaging)
  • Coming Soon – Downloadable Social Media Graphics

Take Action

Advancing NAfME’s mission to expand access to high-quality music education requires strong federal support. As Hill Day approaches, we encourage advocates nationwide to take action by contacting your members of Congress and expressing support for increased federal investment in arts education for FY 2027.

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