Advocacy Day

Talent Mobility on Capitol Hill

New Date: Thursday, 18 September | Hybrid Format | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET

With Congress poised to revisit U.S. tax code legislation—including the future of the 2017 tax cuts—and with immigration reform gaining momentum, the talent mobility industry is at a pivotal moment. Now more than ever, your voice matters. WERC’s Advocacy Day is your opportunity to directly engage with policymakers and shape the future of the industry—whether you’re joining us in Washington, D.C., or participating virtually.

This year’s hybrid format ensures more members can take part, regardless of travel or approval challenges. You'll have the chance to advocate for critical issues like reinstating the moving expense tax deduction and improving employment-based immigration policies—in person or from wherever you are.

What to Expect

WERC will coordinate up to three group meetings per participant with key House and Senate offices, based on geography and committee relevance. Participants will join either in-person Capitol Hill meetings or scheduled virtual meetings, depending on availability and preference.

Advocacy Day 2025 has been approved for 6 CE credits for CRP®/GMS®/GMS-T® certification holders.

New Registration Details Coming Soon

We’re updating our registration to reflect the hybrid format. The current registration link has been removed for now—please stay tuned for more details.

Current Agenda:

Time	Description
8 – 9 a.m. ET	Check-in, Light Breakfast, and Networking at WERC D.C. Headquarters
9 – 11 a.m. ET	The View from Washington: Policy Briefing
11:15 – 11:45 a.m. ET	Advocacy 101 Overview
11:45 – 1 p.m. ET	Lunch, Group Meeting Prep, and Transit to Capitol Hill
1 – 5 p.m. ET	Congressional Meetings (2-3 meetings per group).  Attendees will be in pre-identified groups with other Advocacy Day attendees and will meet with up to three Congressional offices during their time on the Hill.

Agenda is subject to change.

Note: WERC will provide rideshare vouchers for in-person attendees traveling between headquarters and Capitol Hill.

Issues of Focus:  With this year’s Advocacy Day, attendees will engage with Congressional offices on two primary policy issues impacting the talent mobility industry in 2025:  

Reinstatement of the moving expense tax deduction and exclusion after their current suspension expires at the end of 2025. More on the moving expense tax deduction can be found here.

Challenges impacting the U.S. employment-based immigration system and the movement of talent by employers. More on this issue can be found here.

Issues of focus may evolve based on legislative priorities and emerging issues impacting the talent mobility industry.  

Questions?  

For more information about WERC’s 2025 Advocacy Day, contact Mike Jackson, WERC’s vice president of public policy and research. 