The Legislative Conference is an opportunity for public transportation industry professionals across the nation to make our presence felt and our voices heard in Washington, DC. The Conference helps educate APTA members on important federal legislation and policy initiatives and affords an unparalleled opportunity to shape the industry’s positions and federal advocacy agenda.
APTA Committee Meetings
APTA Program and schedules are subject to change.
| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
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Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM EDT
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Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM EDT
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Networking Breakfast
Join your colleagues over a hot breakfast to exchange ideas, collaborate and discuss the day ahead.
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer Sponsored By Business Member Activity Fund |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
2024040907:0008:00 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM EDT
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Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM EDT
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Solar Eclipse Viewing
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. This year’s eclipse is larger because the moon is closer to the Earth. The eclipse will reach its peak at 3:20 pm ET. Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
2024040815:0015:45 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM EDT
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Continental Breakfast
Grab a quick bite to eat while networking with other attendees before the official start of the Legislative Conference.
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer Sponsored By HNTB |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
2024040807:3008:30 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
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Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer |
2024040909:3010:00 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Sunday, Apr 07, 2024 |
Sunday, Apr 07, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT
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Welcome Reception presented by Transdev
Join us over cocktails and light fare, join your colleagues for a reception and networking opportunity to kick off the conference.
Location: Grand Ballroom and Capitol Ballroom Foyers Sponsored By Transdev |
Location: Grand Ballroom and Capitol Ballroom Foyers |
2024040718:0019:00 000 | SUN, APR 7 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Passenger Rail Authorizing Panel
Speaker(s): Panelist: Michael Davisson, Majority Professional Staff Member, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight and Ports, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, U.S. Senate Panelist: Kyle Fields, Republican Senior Counsel, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight and Ports, U.S. Senate Panelist: Drew Feeley, Majority Staff Director, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, U.S. House of Representatives Panelist: Frances Bourne, Democratic Staff Director, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines and Hazardous Materials, U.S. House of RepresentativesLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
2024040813:4515:00 003 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Public Transit Authorizing Panel
Speaker(s): Panelist: Homer Carlisle, Majority Senior Advisor on Infrastructure, Transportation and Transit Policy, Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, U.S. Senate Panelist: Ben Siegrist, Majority Senior Professional Staff, Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, U.S. House of RepresentativesLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
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Opening Ceremony and Federal Transit Administration Update
Please join us for the Opening General Session that features a welcome from the APTA leadership and a special update from the Federal Transit Administration.
Speaker(s): Featured Speaker: Veronica Vanterpool, Acting Administrator, Federal Transit Administration Host: Randy Clarke, General Manager and CEO, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) President's Welcome: Paul P. Skoutelas, President and CEO, American Public Transportation Association Chair's Welcome: Michele Wong Krause, Chair, APTA; Past Chair, DART Board of Directors 2021-2023, Dallas Area Rapid Transit Panelist: Paul Kincaid, Associate Administrator for Communications and Congressional Affairs, Federal Transit Administration Panelist: Theresa Kohler, Associate Administrator for Budget and Policy, Federal Transit Administration Panelist: Dana Nifosi, Acting Chief Counsel, Federal Transit AdministrationLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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General Session: Implementing AI for Public Transportation and Mobility Solutions
The Mapping of a New Regulatory Framework for Machine Learning Technology
As the Biden-Harris Administration, Congressional leaders, and policy experts work on a comprehensive legislative framework for Artificial Intelligence (AI), public transportation agencies are using this technology to reshape traditional transit models, optimize operations, and enhance the overall passenger experience. As AI technology continues to mature, public transportation industry stakeholders need to play an active role in the development of any Federal guidelines and policies surrounding use and deployment. This panel will explore how policy makers are developing and implementing a regulatory framework to address concerns about data privacy, ethical dilemmas, and misuse of AI technology. Speaker(s): Moderator: Nathaniel P. Ford Sr., Chief Executive Officer, Jacksonville Transportation Authority Panelist: MJ Maynard, Vice Chair, APTA and Chief Executive Officer, Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Panelist: Laura Chace, President and CEO, Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America) Panelist: Dan Katz, Vice President of Public Policy, Hayden AILocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
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General Session: Implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Join us for a session featuring key House and Senate Committee staffs discussing implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Staff will also address the Transportation Appropriations bill and the 2024 legislative agenda being debated on Capitol Hill.
**This session is off the record and not for attribution. Speaker(s): Moderator: Matthew Tucker, Global Transit Director, HDRLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
2024040813:4515:00 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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General Session: The Current Political Climate featuring Keynote Speaker Margaret Brennan
Join us for a riveting conversation about the national political scene, the biggest stories driving our 24-hour news cycle and how they impact our lives from CBS News’ Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan. Brennan will provide a nuanced and in-depth perspective on the 2024 Presidential and Congressional elections, and insight into the political changes that will impact public transportation.
Speaker(s): Keynote Introduction: Francis "Buddy" Coleman, Chief Customer Officer, Clever Devices Ltd. Keynote Speaker: Margaret Brennan, Moderator of Face the Nation and Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent, CBS NewsLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV Sponsored By Business Member Activity Fund |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
2024040816:0017:00 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
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General Session: Federal Railroad Administration Update
Please join us to hear an informative update led by The Honorable Amit Bose and a panel of experts from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
Speaker(s): Featured Speaker: The Honorable Amit Bose, Administrator, Federal Railroad Administration Moderator: MJ Maynard, Vice Chair, APTA and Chief Executive Officer, Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Panelist: Jamie Rennert, Director, Office of Regional Outreach & Project Delivery, Federal Railroad Administration Panelist: Michael Longley, Director, Office of Rail Program Development, Federal Railroad Administration Panelist: James Garland, Director, Office of Rail Planning & Engineering, Federal Railroad Administration Panelist: Michael Hunter, Executive Staff Director, Office of Railroad Systems & Technology, Federal Railroad AdministrationLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
2024040812:4513:30 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Appropriations Panel
Speaker(s): Panelist: Dabney Hegg, Majority Clerk, Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, Committee on Appropriations, U.S. Senate Panelist: Avery Pierson, Majority Professional Staff, Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, U.S. House of Representatives Panelist: Christina Monroe, Democratic Clerk, Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, U.S. House of RepresentativeLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-IV |
2024040813:4515:00 004 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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Meet One-on-One with the US DOT’s Build America Bureau
US DOT’s Build America Bureau is offering one-on-one meetings to discuss potential projects and explore financing and technical assistance opportunities. These introductory office hours are available in 30-minute increments Monday April 8th from 10 am – 11:30 am and then from 1pm to 4pm and will be held in the Rayburn Room at the JW Marriott courtesy of APTA. You can arrange a time here: https://calendly.com/buildamericabureau/30min.
The Bureau was established as US DOT’s go-to organization for federal financing to help communities deliver infrastructure projects. The Bureau’s programs feature technical assistance; low-interest, long-term financing for transportation projects; and best practices in project planning, financing, delivery, and operation. The Bureau helps sponsors navigate the regulatory and financial requirements and provide technical assistance to educate and inform project sponsors seeking to move their projects forward. Location: Rayburn Room |
Location: Rayburn Room |
2024040810:0011:30 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Meet One-on-One with the US DOT’s Build America Bureau
US DOT’s Build America Bureau is offering one-on-one meetings to discuss potential projects and explore financing and technical assistance opportunities. These introductory office hours are available in 30-minute increments Monday April 8th from 10 am – 11:30 am and then from 1pm to 4pm and will be held in the Rayburn Room at the JW Marriott courtesy of APTA. You can arrange a time here: https://calendly.com/buildamericabureau/30min.
The Bureau was established as US DOT’s go-to organization for federal financing to help communities deliver infrastructure projects. The Bureau’s programs feature technical assistance; low-interest, long-term financing for transportation projects; and best practices in project planning, financing, delivery, and operation. The Bureau helps sponsors navigate the regulatory and financial requirements and provide technical assistance to educate and inform project sponsors seeking to move their projects forward. Location: Rayburn Room |
Location: Rayburn Room |
2024040813:0016:00 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Saturday, Apr 06, 2024 |
Saturday, Apr 06, 2024
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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Location: Capitol Ballroom A-F |
Location: Capitol Ballroom A-F |
2024040612:0017:00 000 | SAT, APR 6 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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General Session: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law- A View from the Hill
Join this high-level session of key lawmakers who play critical roles in overseeing the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This is an opportunity to hear directly from Members of Congress on their views on the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and priorities for the coming year.
Speaker(s): Featured Speaker: The Honorable Rick Larsen, Ranking Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, United States House of Representatives Introduction: Paul P. Skoutelas, President and CEO, American Public Transportation Association Featured Speaker: The Honorable Glenn Ivey, Member, Judiciary Committee, Homeland Security Committee, and Ethics Committee, U.S. House of Representatives Introduction: Paul Smedberg, Chair, Board of Directors, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
2024040910:4511:30 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM EDT
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General Session: Fireside Chat with The Honorable Earl Blumenauer (D-OR)
Join us for an in-depth conversation with the Honorable Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), who is retiring after nearly 28 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Blumenauer has relentlessly advocated for public transit and passenger rail during his career and was a key player in securing funding and financing for public transportation in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. Representative Blumenauer will reflect on his time in Congress, lessons learned, legislative victories and legacy, and his thoughts on the future of public transportation, Congress, and public service.
Speaker(s): Featured Speaker: The Honorable Earl Blumenauer, Member, Ways and Means Committee; Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Trade; and Member, Subcommittee on Health, U.S. House of Representatives Introduction: Samuel Desue, General Manager, Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) Moderator: Dorval Carter, Immediate Past Chair, APTA; and President, Chicago Transit AuthorityLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
2024040910:0010:45 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
9:10 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
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Spotlight on Excellence: Celebrating Nuria Fernandez
Speaker(s): Speaker: Nuria Fernandez, Former Administrator, Federal Transit Administration Remarks: Michele Wong Krause, Chair, APTA; Past Chair, DART Board of Directors 2021-2023, Dallas Area Rapid Transit Remarks: Paul P. Skoutelas, President and CEO, American Public Transportation AssociationLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
2024040909:1009:30 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
8:45 AM - 9:10 AM EDT
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General Session: Federal Highway Administration Update
Speaker(s): Introduction: MJ Maynard, Vice Chair, APTA and Chief Executive Officer, Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Speaker: Keith Benjamin, Associate Administrator for Highway Policy and External Affairs, Federal Highway AdministrationLocation: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
2024040908:4509:10 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM EDT
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General Session: Coalition Partners Panel
Join us for a sit-down conversation on the opportunities and challenges of implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The panel will be comprised of fellow industry leaders to discuss shared goals for the transportation industry, enhance ways to efficiently work together, and explore opportunities for mobility solutions through the IIJA.
Speaker(s): Moderator: Paul P. Skoutelas, President and CEO, American Public Transportation Association Panelist: David Bauer, President and CEO, American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Panelist: Linda Bauer Darr, President and CEO, American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Panelist: April Rai, President and CEO, Conference of Minority Transportation Officials Panelist: Jim Tymon, Executive Director, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
Location: Grand Ballroom Salons I-III |
2024040908:0008:45 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Sunday, Apr 07, 2024 |
Sunday, Apr 07, 2024
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
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Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
2024040709:0018:00 000 | SUN, APR 7 |
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| Monday, Apr 08, 2024 |
Monday, Apr 08, 2024
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM EDT
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Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
2024040807:0016:30 000 | MON, APR 8 |
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| Saturday, Apr 06, 2024 |
Saturday, Apr 06, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
2024040609:0016:00 000 | SAT, APR 6 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
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Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
Location: Capitol Ballroom Foyer |
2024040907:3009:00 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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Capitol Hill Visits
While in Washington, DC, APTA strongly encourages members to visit with Senators and Representatives to brief them about the importance of public transit and passenger rail investment to your community.
Learn More > Location: Off-site |
Location: Off-site |
2024040913:0017:00 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 |
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
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Capitol Hill Reception
Meet and greet lawmakers and their staffs as we celebrate the close of another successful Legislative Conference.
Location: Union Station, East Hall, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 |
Location: Union Station, East Hall, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 |
2024040917:3019:30 000 | TUE, APR 9 |
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| Sunday, Apr 07, 2024 |
Sunday, Apr 07, 2024
7:45 AM - 5:30 PM EDT
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2024040707:4517:30 000 | SUN, APR 7 |
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