NACL 2026 Annual Meeting & Awards Gala - Washington, D.C.

Get ready to discuss model laws, celebrate honorees, and network with awesome faith leaders at the NACL 2026 Annual Meeting & Awards Gala! Join with NACL members from around the United States, international leaders, state legislators, current and former Christian elected officials, faith leaders, believers and supporters for the National Association of Christian Lawmakers (NACL): 2026 NACL Annual Meeting & Awards Gala. We are happy to be hosting this event at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel - a key location for ease of travel in the Washington, D.C. area with free shuttle service every 30 minutes from the Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) located less than 1 mile away. BOOK YOUR ROOM TODAY at our host hotel using our discounted conference rates (Room Block Closes November 16th): CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR ROOM The event will begin at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel on Monday, December 7th and includes the kickoff NACL Statesmen's Luncheon, special speakers, the NACL National Legislative Council, evening reception and the NACL Awards Gala. On Tuesday, December 8th we will begin the day with our own NACL Prayer Breakfast and continue with special speakers, expert panels and the NACL Executive Committee Meeting. Our event concludes on Capitol Hill in the afternoon with our NACL Congressional Briefing with U.S. Senators and U.S. Congressmen. As you have come to expect, our conference will include leading Christian elected officials, Christian faith leaders, Jewish leaders, pro-life leaders, special speakers, expert panels, induction of new NACL members, NACL-National Legislative Council committee meetings, and the presentation of special awards. Award Honoree: Dr. Michael Farris, George Washington Lifetime Christian Leadership Award Congressman Keith Self (TX), U.S. House of Representatives 3rd District of Texas, American Patriot Award for Christian Honor & Courage CONFIRMED SPEAKERS & PRESENTERS: * Sen. Ted Alexander (NC), 2nd Vice Chair NACL National Legislative Council * Ambassador Sam Brownback, Chairman of the National Committee for Religious Freedom * Ambassador Yoram Ettinger, expert on US-Israel relations &Middle East affairs * Jim Garlow, Founder & CEO of Well Versed * Dan Janzen, Executive Director, Fellowship of Christian Farmers Intl. * Rep. John McCravy (SC), Chair NACL National Legislative Council * Amy “Mek” Mekelburg, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of RAIR Foundation USA * Bunni Pounds, President of Bunni Pounds Ministries * The Honorable Jason Rapert, NACL Founder & President * Rep. Bill Rhiley (KS), 3rd Vice Chair NACL National Legislative Council * Todd Starnes, Best Selling Author & Journalist * Rep. Marlin Stutzman (IN), NACL Chair U.S. House of Representatives * Rep. Sarah Vance (AK), 1st Vice Chair NACL National Legislative Council Stay tuned for the announcement of more national and international leaders who will be speaking during our upcoming conference. We welcome you to become a sponsor or partner of NACL as well. Annual Partners and Sponsors are allowed free tickets and other benefits. For more information and to discuss becoming a sponsor or annual partner please email [email protected]. CONFERENCE AGENDA SUMMARY (FULL DETAILED CONFERENCE AGENDA WILL BE UPDATED SOON) Meeting Dress: All meetings are business dress and the gala is black tie optional. Monday, December 7, 2026 (8:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Exhibitors invited to setup tables and exhibit displays) 9:00 AM - Registration Desk opens 12:00 PM - NACL Statesmen's Luncheon & Special Speakers 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM - NACL National Legislative Council Committees 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM - NACL Spousal Network (spouses of elected officials only) 5:30 PM NACL President's Council Reception (Invite Only) - open to NACL President's Council members, NACL State Chairs & Vice Chairs, NACL-NLC Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs, and NACL National Advisory Board Members 6:15 PM - Gala Reception for All Attendees 7:00 PM - NACL Awards Gala This is always an exciting event with special music, powerful speakers, award presentations, and a Gospel message. Dress Code black tie optional: A tuxedo or dark formal suit; a floor-length gown, formal cocktail dress or dressy evening outfit. Tuesday, December 8, 2026 8:00 AM - NACL Prayer Breakfast with Special Guest Speakers 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Featured Speakers, Expert Panels, final NACL National Legislative Council Committee Meetings 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - BREAK FOR ATTENDEES - Commute to Capitol Hill 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM - NACL Congressional Briefing on Capitol Hill, (location TBA) 3:30 PM - Event Adjourns *There are many opportunities to visit wonderful historic attractions while you are in the Washington, D.C. and Arlington, Virginia area after the meeting adjourns: Things to do in Washington, D.C. Things to do in Virginia The NACL was originally announced in 2018 and incorporated in 2019 to become the first fully functioning national para-legislative organization led by Christian elected officials at the local, state and federal levels. In fact, historians have stated the NACL is the first official national association of Christian lawmakers in the history of our country - and we want you to join and be a part of what we are doing. The organization is dedicated to restoring the Judeo-Christian foundation of our nation and addressing major policy issues facing our states and nation from a Biblical worldview. The charter meeting of the NACL was held August 4-5, 2020, in Miramar Beach, Florida with Christian elected officials and supporters from all around the United States who chose to take a stand for God and Country. At that meeting 23 elected officials were installed as state chairs for the NACL. The NACL received official recognition as an IRS approved 501(c)3 organization in 2021. The organization continues to grow and now has elected officials serving as state chairs in 43 states, with members and supporters in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The NACL has 8 standing committees operating as the NACL-National Legislative Council which has passed 75 recommended model laws, statutes, ordinances & resolutions to date . Special Note Spouses Welcome: NACL welcomes spouses of elected officials to be at all of our events. We know that behind every married lawmaker is a spouse that sacrifices for public service as well. The NACL seeks to facilitate spouses networking with each other to provide encouragement, edification and spiritual support. EXCLUSIVE EVENT This is an exclusive event for local, state and federal elected officials, faith leaders, policymakers, believers, pastors, NACL members and supporters from around the United States and the world. All likeminded people are welcome to attend our meetings. We are dedicated to our Judeo-Christian history and heritage. Thanks to our Event Sponsors and Presidential Partners!!! DCI Group Patriot Mobile Dorazio Enterprises Billye Brim Ministries Andrew Wommack Ministries LSG Alliance of Health Care Sharing Ministries We welcome you to become a sponsor or partner of NACL as well. Annual Partners and Sponsors are allowed free tickets and other benefits. For more information and to discuss becoming a sponsor or annual partner please email [email protected]. IMPORTANT NACL NOTICES • The NACL is a private membership organization. Only paid members and registered attendees who are our guests are allowed to participate and attend our meetings. • The NACL is not responsible for accidents, illness or loss of property of attendees. • Registered NACL attendees must display their meeting credentials at all times in order to be admitted to all meetings and events including the receptions, breakfasts, lunches or dinners. • Security will be present for the security and safety of our attendees. • The NACL reserves the right to ask any registrant or attendee to leave the meeting if deemed necessary.