Description

The 2026 Engineers, Architects & Surveyors Legislative Day will be held on Thursday, April 30, at the Michigan State Capitol (Heritage Hall) in Lansing – just a few weeks away!

This in-person event provides a critical opportunity for industry professionals to engage directly with legislators and advocate for policies impacting Michigan’s infrastructure and engineering profession. There is no cost to attend; however, we suggest a $100 contribution to the ACEC/Michigan PAC.

Registration Information

To register for AESLC Legislative Day, please complete the online registration form at the following link:

👉 Register here: https://kclobbyday.wufoo.com/forms/m1pjqm420ejavic/

At the end of the registration form, you will have the option to contribute to the ACEC/Michigan PAC. A $100 contribution is suggested and must be made using a personal credit card. Personal checks are also accepted.

You may also make your PAC contribution directly at the following link:
👉 https://www.acecmi.org/pac-information/

Event Details

Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Michigan State Capitol (Heritage Hall), Lansing, MI

Why Attend?

• Meet face-to-face with state lawmakers to discuss pressing infrastructure and engineering-related issues.
• Strengthen relationships with policymakers and industry leaders to ensure the voice of Michigan’s engineering community is heard.
• Meetings will be scheduled for you with your elected representatives.

Key Issues for 2026

As engineers, we are uniquely positioned to clearly communicate system conditions, project needs, and long-term investment impacts. The Legislature values our technical expertise, and this is a critical opportunity to ensure our profession has a seat at the table as major policy decisions are debated.

Additional key issues will include:

1. Qualification-Based Selection (QBS) for state agencies (OBS).
2. Implementation of the 2025 Transportation Funding Package.
3. Speaker Hall’s Service Tax Proposal.
4. Modernization of the State Plane Coordinate System.

Pre-Event Webinar – Legislative Day 101

To help members prepare for their legislative meetings, please join us for:

Engineers, Architects & Surveyors Legislative Day 101 Webinar
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

This webinar will provide background information, an overview of key legislative issues, and practical talking points to help you feel confident and prepared for your meetings at the Capitol.

You may RSVP for both the webinar and Legislative Day using the registration link above.

Legislative Reception

Following Legislative Day meetings, our lobbyist, Kelley Cawthorne, will host an in-person reception at their Lansing office for those able to attend. This is an excellent opportunity to network with legislators in a more informal setting. There is no charge for the reception.

Sponsorship Opportunity

This important event offers your firm a unique opportunity to demonstrate leadership in supporting Michigan’s design and infrastructure community while engaging directly with state lawmakers.

Sponsorships are available for $350, and your support will help ACEC, AIA, MSPE, and MSPS offset the costs of this impactful event.

Please download the sponsor form to sign up by April 15, 2026.
👉 Sponsor Form

Register Now

We encourage you to register as soon as possible. Securing meetings with legislators becomes more difficult the longer you wait.

Your participation is vital to strengthening our profession’s voice and securing a better infrastructure future for Michigan.

We look forward to seeing you on April 30 in Lansing.