Day at the Statehouse

Farm Bureau members in Kansas are encouraged to register for Day at the Statehouse (DAS), where farmers and ranchers learn about legislative issues, advocate policy with lawmakers and engage in valuable conversations to be the Voice of Agriculture. DAS will be Jan. 26-27.

This year, DAS will include:

• KFB policy updates and issue deep dives on Tuesday afternoon.
• Networking reception on Tuesday evening with legislators. 
• Breakfast Wednesday morning at the Cyrus. 
• Wednesday morning at the Capitol, including time to meet one-on-one with your legislators and attend committee meetings.

The registration deadline is Jan. 15.

Register here!

Hotel accommodations are the responsibility of the individual/county Farm Bureau. The negotiated rate at the Cyrus Hotel, our host venue, is $179 per night plus taxes. Most conference activities will take place at Townsite Tower, which is a few blocks north of the Cyrus Hotel. There is an overflow block at Springhill Suites with a negotiated rate of $129 per night plus taxes. Complimentary transportation will be provided to/from the Cyrus Hotel and Springhill Suites to the Capitol on Wednesday.

Agenda

All events will take place at Townsite Tower (534 S Kansas Ave) unless otherwise noted. There is garage parking for guests.

Tuesday, Jan. 26

Business Casual Dress

Wednesday, Jan. 27

Business Dress

All activities will take place at the Capitol

Before You Arrive

We’re so excited you’re planning to attend KFB’s annual Day at the Statehouse event. Here are a few things you need to know to make your experience great!

Connect with your legislators before you come to Topeka. There are TWO opportunities for this:

1. DAS Reception – KFB will invite all legislators to the reception on Tuesday, January 26, but you can make that invitation more personal and enticing by extending the offer as well. Here’s what to do:

• Find your state legislators by entering your address here. In addition, consider reaching out to the legislators who represent your County Farm Bureau, even if they aren’t your direct representatives.
• Find your legislators' contact information on the legislative roster here.
• Email or call their Capitol office to extend the invitation.
• Share the date and time: Tuesday, January 26 at 5 p.m., Townsite Avenue Ballroom.
• Appetizers will be provided and paid for by Kansas Farm Bureau and will follow all legal requirements.
• KFB Staff will meet legislators in the lobby to give them instructions to connect with you easily during dinner.

2. Meeting at the Capitol–Your county’s attendees can meet with their legislator in their Capitol office on Wednesday morning. Here’s what to do:

• Find your state legislators by entering your address here. In addition, consider reaching out to the legislators who represent your County Farm Bureau, even if they aren’t your direct representatives.
• Find your legislators' contact information on the legislative roster here.
• Email or call their Capitol office to set up a meeting time.
• Find a time on Wednesday, Jan. 27, between 8 a.m. and noon.
• Confirm their office location or desired meeting location.
• KFB Staff will be at the Capitol to help direct you to the arranged meeting spot.

How to pack: We recommend business professional attire for both Tuesday and Wednesday. As you meet with legislators and represent your farm, community, county Farm Bureau, and Kansas Farm Bureau, dressing professionally helps make a positive impression in Topeka.

Business professional attire includes dress slacks or a dress/skirt paired with a dress shirt or blouse. A blazer and tie are appropriate options. Please refrain from wearing jeans during the event.

Additional details regarding parking, transportation, and the final agenda will be shared closer to the meeting date.

Questions?

Contact Claudia Hissong at 785-587-6108 or hissongc@kfb.org.