WSW's Charla Penn served as a “shark” in the America’s Essential Hospitals Government Relations Academy Shark Tank-style Advocacy Campaign project. She advised the GRA participants on the advocacy campaigns they developed for policies and resources their institutions.

WSW Partner Chelsey Penrod Hickman had the pleasure of participating in the Annual Meeting for the @FSMTB in Las Vegas, including a chance to meet the King of Rock & Roll himself.

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Treatment Communities of America conducted its Fall Board Meeting and Day on the Hill, meeting dozens of offices, releasing a position paper on SUD and Compulsive Gambling, and pressing for FY27 SUPTRS funding to ensure access to essential treatment and recovery services.

WSW helped @supplychainfed to host a fly-in of SCF members from across the US to meet with Members of Congress and staff, seeking action on Surface Transportation Reauthorization, WRDA, CORCA, and policies to ensure the smooth flow of goods in communities nationwide.

WSW proudly supported @BreakThruSCI's packed-House briefing on Capitol Hill on accelerating innovation in spinal cord injury treatment and advancing patient-informed regulatory pathways through collaboration among patients, researchers, regulators, innovators, and policymakers

WSW's Kyle Mulroy and Tony Wyatt were honored to be part of #AuDacity2026, hosted by the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, an outstanding gathering of practitioners, educators, and industry partners for days of hands-on learning and collaboration.

The Senate had a burst of legislative activity before adjourning until after the November elections. Read about what advanced and what will have to wait until November in WSW’s News and Notes. conta.cc/4ywD0wK

President Trump hosted China's Xi for a state visit – his first since 2015. The Senate negotiated legislation on college sports, datacenter energy use, and nominations in advance of an October recess.  Read about it in this weeks WSW News and Notes. conta.cc/4hKxrVk

The House left Washington until after the November elections, while the Senate moved forward on college athletics legislation. Read about it in WSW’s News and Notes. conta.cc/4xwIu9c

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Wishing all a happy, healthy, and sweet new year this Rosh HaShanah.

On the 25th Anniversary of September 11th, WSW solemnly remembers those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on the United States and with gratitude recalls the heroism of so many on that day.

WSW is pleased to announce that Jamie Robinette, a Capitol Hill veteran of 25 years, has joined the firm as a Senior Principal. We are excited for this great addition to our growing team! To learn more: conta.cc/4xtGoaZ

CR enacted through December 11, House sets sights on an early departure – read about it in WSW’s News and Notes. conta.cc/3UzGQ9b

WSW sends our best wishes to all for a happy Labor Day, with gratitude toward all who helped build our country and make it work.

WSW's Matthew Braun was honored to speak as a panelist at RIPPAC's Political Intern Summit. Matthew provided his insights as a young professional in Washington, and guided students on starting a career in DC. As a @RowanUniversity alum, he was in their shoes just a few years ago!

The Senate passed several measures before joining the House on recess, leaving much work to be done in September when they return. Read about it in this week's WSW News and Notes. conta.cc/4ckZLdQ

WSW’s summer interns recently joined Senior Associate Tony Wyatt and the What Exit congressional softball team for a game, a treasured summer tradition on Capitol Hill.

WSW Client Treatment Communities of America recently conducted a Day on the Hill to advance their policy priorities and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the association's work. Hear all about this important experience from two of our GR interns, Daniélle and Katherine!