International Brotherhood of Boilermakers

Boilermakers LEAP Conference

A 52 year tradition of listening, learning, lobbying

April 24 - 27, 2022

For half a century, Boilermakers have attended annual conferences in the nation's capital to press our issues with Congress. These meetings teach us about politics and legislation — and they connect us with those who make vital decisions that impact our members, families and union.

** IMPORTANT UPDATE - PLEASE READ **

February 14, 2022 Update on D.C. COVID Protocols: Effective February 15, 2022, indoor venues will no longer be required to verify that patrons are vaccinated. Businesses may choose to keep vaccination requirements in place. Effective March 1, 2022, most indoor venues will no longer require a mask to enter except for public transit, taxis, and rideshare vehicles. Private businesses may require masks if they so choose. The Mayflower Hotel will follow the current guidance and will not require proof of vaccination as of February 15, 2022 and will not require masks as of March 1, 2022. We will update you if this guidance changes.

Registration & Hotel

All attendees, both delegates and their guests, must register for the conference. You can make your Mayflower hotel reservation at the end of the registration process.

The Mayflower
1127 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036

REGISTER & RESERVE

To reserve your hotel, or if you need to modify your reservation, please call Convention Services Unlimited (CSU), rather than the hotel, at 1-888-278-9886 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, ET).

Questions? Contact Hannah Samuel of the Department of Government Affairs at hsamuel@boilermakers.org

Our 2022 Event Schedule

Hundreds of hours of preparation go into every LEAP conference to bring you informative speakers and the information you need while you're in Washington and all year long.

Guest Arrive, Check In

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Registration


3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Capitol Hill Basics Class


Location: Palm Court Ballroom
(For new attendees or anyone that would like a refresher on lobbying basics)

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Breakfast
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer


8:00 a.m. – Noon

CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME
John Fultz
International Vice President - Northeast Section

PRESENTATION OF COLORS
Armed Forces Color Guard

NATIONAL ANTHEM and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION
Erica Stewart
NCWTI-M.O.R.E. WIF, IR-ISO

WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE
John Fultz
International Vice President - Northeast Section

OPENING REMARKS
John Fultz
International Vice President - Northeast Section

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: LIZ SHULER
President, AFL-CIO

LOBBYING OVERVIEW & LEGISLATIVE ISSUES REVIEW
Cecile Conroy
Director, Government Affairs

GROUP PHOTO
Grand Ballroom


Remainder of Day

Boilermaker Congressional Meetings

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Breakfast
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer


8:00 a.m. – Noon*

General Session
Location: Grand Ballroom

THE HONORABLE BRIAN FITZPATRICK
Pennsylvania 1st District

AMY WALTER
National Editor, The Cook Political Report

2021 LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR:
THE HONORABLE BOBBY SCOTT
Virginia 3rd District

LEAP CAF/LEF AWARDS & PHOTOS

CAF RAFFLE GRAND PRIZE DRAWING
Must be present to win

CLOSING REMARKS

*Additional speakers may be added


Remainder of Day

Boilermaker Congressional Meetings


6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Congressional Reception
Location: Grand Ballroom

*Please arrive promptly and be prepared to greet your Congressional attendees for photos*

Open

OPTIONAL LOBBYING DAY

TURN IN LOBBYING REPORT FORMS

Speakers and Presenters

 

Liz Shuler

President, AFL-CIO

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick

Pennsylvania 1st District

Amy Walter

National Editor, The Cook Political Report

Rep. Bobby Scott

Virginia 3rd District

Legislative Fact Sheets

Below are the fact sheets for 2022. Please call the Department of Government Affairs if you have any questions before arriving in DC.

Comments

Tips

  • Schedule congressional meetings prior to your arrival in Washington, DC.

  • Dress for all events in business attire.

  • Family members are invited to participate in the conference, reception and congressional meetings.