About CVD
When/Where: 8-9 April 2025 | Washington, D.C.
IEEE-USA Congressional Visits Day (CVD) is an annual event that brings engineers, scientists, mathematicians, researchers, educators, and technology executives to Washington to raise visibility of and support for engineering and technology. This premier event is open to all IEEE members in the United States.
CVD’s Objectives
CVD is an opportunity to introduce yourself, your colleagues, your company, and your profession to our elected officials. It also a great opportunity to discuss legislation and issues that are uniquely important to IEEE members.
Schedule
The dates for CVD 2025 will be announced soon. Participants will begin the first afternoon of CVD with a detailed training session and policy briefing, given by IEEE-USA’s legislative professionals. You will then spend the second day on Capitol Hill meeting with your Legislators and/or their staff to discuss technology policy in the new Congress.
Registration
Registration for CVD 2025 is now open!
Hotel Blocks
| Crystal Gateway Marriott 1700 Richmond Hwy Arlington, VA 22202 Rate: $289 per night Book Group Rate | Washington Marriott Capitol Hill 175 L St NE Washington, DC 20002 Rate: $309 per night Book Group Rate |
FAQ
Visit our frequently asked questions (FAQ) page for answers to all of your questions. This page will be updated as needed.
Training Videos
In addition to the in-person training, IEEE-USA will hold virtual training sessions for this year’s CVD. Each session will be livestreamed and the recorded sessions will be available for on-demand viewing. The training videos from the 2023 CVD are available below and can be viewed on-demand.
| Video | Link |
|---|---|
| CVD Training – Part 1 How to Conduct a Meeting |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UepRSBQkmLc |
| CVD Training – Part 2 Our Messages: What Will You Say |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOCXxWbqlpQ |
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Basic Rules for Participants
- First-time CVD participants are encouraged to attend the online training sessions that will be scheduled prior to CVD 2025. Experienced CVD attendees are invited to attend. These training sessions will be recorded and made available to all participants.
- IEEE-USA will schedule all meetings with your Representative, Senators and/or their staff, based on constituency.
- Remember that you will be attending all your meetings as part of a team consisting of other IEEE members.
- Your exact schedule on for your Hill visits will be determined by your Legislators’ availability.
Canceling Meetings
It is essential that you notify IEEE-USA immediately if you are unable to make the CVD. Meetings with legislators are contingent on participation by voters and will need to be canceled if you cannot attend. Contact Annie Perrin Grisham at a.grisham@ieee.org to cancel your registration.
Soapbox Consulting
IEEE-USA is working with Soapbox Consulting again in 2025. Soapbox will be scheduling your Hill meetings.
Fees
CVD registration is free for all participants. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.
Dress Code
Training on Day 1 – Business casual
Legislative Meetings on Day 2 – Business Professional Attire
Staff Contacts
Annie Perrin Grisham
IEEE-USA Government Relations
+1 703-298-1354
a.grisham@ieee.org
