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New York Day in Washington
May 14-15, 2008

Join business leaders from Buffalo to Plattsburgh to Brooklyn—and all points between—for an actionpacked event on Capitol Hill

Agenda

Wednesday, May 14
2:30-4:00 pm
Inside the Beltway: visioning for what a new Congress & Administration hold for chamber issues - U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H Street NW.

Confused about what a new president and a new Congress can mean to your issues? A special seminar of DC experts will present to New York chambers and their members on what the future holds for key committee assignments and issues: transportation, health care, immigration and bringing home the federal dollars.

5:30-7:30 pm:
New York Legislative Reception hosted by Congressman James Walsh—B-340 Rayburn HOB

Meet and greet the Members and staff of New York’s Congressional delegation in this elegant reception on Capitol Hill.

Thursday, May 15
8:00-9:30 am
Congressional Breakfast and Briefing hosted by Senator Charles Schumer—Hart SOB 902

New York’s Senators, Charles Schumer and Hillary Clinton, will address our group on current legislation key to chambers. Governor Paterson’s Washington representative and some of New York’s House Representatives will also give remarks.

Lobby visits and lunch on your own
Be sure to contact the members of your local Congressional delegation to schedule your visits.

Registration Fees

Hotel Accommodations

The Westin Washington D.C. City Center located at 1400 M Street, NW.
Our rate is $225/single occupancy for the night of Wednesday May 14.

The Westin Washington D.C. City Center, five blocks north of the White House at M Street and Thomas Circle. Every room offers wireless high speed internet access and 24-hour room service.

Hotel reservations and payment must be made on your own.

To register call 202-429-1700 and ask for THE BUSINESS COUNCIL OF NEW YORK STATE room block.

The room block is only good until April 21. After April 21, CANYS cannot guarantee room availability at this hotel, or any other, since our travel date is very busy in Washington, DC. You are strongly urged to reserve as early as possible. Other room availability can be checked via major travel and hotel booking sites on the internet.

To Cancel

Cancellations will be accepted until Monday, April 21, 2008, subject to a $10 processing fee. No refunds will be given after that time.